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- First 9-weeks Test
First 9-weeks Test
Graphic Communications with Huey at Pekin Community High School
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By: Ms. Brucker
Created: 2011-09-29
Size: 37 flashcards
Views: 39
Created: 2011-09-29
Size: 37 flashcards
Views: 39
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Attribute
Characteristic
Hue
Color
What are the ten attributes?
-Hue
-Value
-Line
-Space
-Texture
-Shape
-Value
-Position
-Orientation
-Weight
Kerning
Space between letters
Leading
Space between lines of text
Serif
a smaller line used to finish off a main stroke of a letter
Sans Serif
a letter without the "little feet"
What do you usually use serif type for?
Body Copy
What do you usually use san serif type for?
Headings
Shape
anything that has height and width
What are the three types of shape?
Natural, Abstract, and Geometric
What is the keyboard shortcut for saving?
Command + S
What is the keyboard shortcut for copying?
Command + C
What is the keyboard shortcut for pasting?
Command + V
What is the keyboard shortcut for cutting?
Command + X
Line
any mark connecting two points
What are six different types of line?
-straight
-curved
-squiggly
-fat
-thin
-dotted
Dynamic Line
A line that illustrates movement
Static Line
A straight, solid line.
Rule
a line that separates parts of a layout
Color
The ultimate tool for symbolic communication
Value
the lightness or darkness of an area
Low Contrast
slight or small variations
High Contrast
large variations
What three things can color do?
convey moods
help us understand things
relay messages
Symmetry
arrange elements so they are evenly distributed to the left and right of the center
Asymmetry
arrange dissimilar objects of equal weight on each side of the layout
Balance
an equal distribution of weight
Layout
the arrangement of type and art on paper
Three criteria for a good layout:
It works
It organizes
It attracts viewers
Unify the layout
- line
- color
- type
- juxta positioning
- texture
Juxta
situated near
Attracts
Size
Color
Shape (font)
Line
Value
Space
Texture
Dynamic vs. Static
Tight cropping
Works
Who is it pointed at?
What is the purpose?
Where will it be seen?
Aesthetics
pleasing in appearance
Formal Layout
elements are balanced equally on the page
Informal Layout
elements are balanced unequally on the page
About this deck
By: Ms. Brucker
Created: 2011-09-29
Size: 37 flashcards
Views: 39
Created: 2011-09-29
Size: 37 flashcards
Views: 39
About StudyBlue
STUDYBLUE makes things that make you better at school.
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