graphic design ii

Project #1 - Sound Calendar

Graphically represent the sounds below. In each case, carefully consider the character of the sound in terms of its tempo, volume, duration, context and color. Consider working abstractly, metaphorically, or typographically. There are no limitations on the color or media.

Analysis:
Although literal problem solving has its place in design, a graphic vocabulary must be expanded beyond this simple narrative voice. The intent of Sound Problem is to push a designer past the initial predictable response of literalism. It is important to investigate other avenues of problem solving and more sophisticated approaches. An extensive graphic design vocabulary is better equipped to solve complex problems using metaphor, symbolism, abstraction, or typography: the conditions of this problem encourages a designer in this direction.

Note:
Each Solution has the support of a copy line, which gives the viewer a reference point for understanding segments of the assignment. The relationship between copy and image becomes an integral part of each solution as the two elements play off one another to capture the viewer’s attention. Any necessary information not supplied by the copy or graphics is contributed by the viewer comprehending the piece. Encouraging this relationship between viewer and communication piece is a primary objective of the sound problem.

BAD PHONE CONNECTION
MOSQUITO BUZZING IN YOUR EAR
CITY
TOOTHACHE
ROCK CONCERT
MAKING LOVE ON A CREAKY BED
SNORNING
WINGS FLAPPING
POPCORN POPPING
THUNDER
TYPEWRITER
CLOCK
CONVERSATION BETWEEN A DAUGHTER AND AN OVERBEARING FATHER
CAR CRASH
FOREST FIRE
RUNNING WATER
AN EMPTY STOMACH

You may choose 10 of the above sounds to create. You must come up with an original 2 to complete the 12 month calendar.

For Monday:

• Create a folder for each sound
• Collect at least 6 visual examples for each sound that you have choosen
• In Photoshop, manipulate 3 of the 6 collected visual examples using abstraction, distortion, movement, repetition, etc...
• In your journal, create 6 thumbnails of each sound concept