(My first ever design in GRA 100)
Capstone Experience
In my time at Southern New Hampshire University, I enjoyed the pace and structure of the courses. It has allowed me to work at my own tempo and learn by doing. I am a hands-on learner that has benefited from my time at SNHU and in this course by being allowed to participate in a trial-and-error process with the aid of peer feedback. Being able to collaborate with fellow students gave me a similar experience to working in a team in the professional field. Cooperation with peers allows for the application of different perspectives. The work of a graphic designer is to reach a wide audience with a vast diversity, making these collaborations vital to our success. That is the biggest lesson I have learned through my time. Incorporating the input of others is essential to a successful design. This realistic experience of this project, and my education at SNHU has been a beneficial outcome of this capstone class.
Social Responsibility
I will maintain ethical principles and incorporate social responsibility by creating inclusive environments, supporting social justice, and designing with social reasons in mind. Creating designs that represent varying cultures, peoples, and identities will be my contribution to advancing the graphic design industry. By designing with social good in mind, I can bring significant environmental, cultural, or social challenges to light. This entails preventing plagiarism and making sure that any text or photos utilized have the appropriate permissions.
Experience is Knowledge Gained
My completion of these courses has provided me with the knowledge of various software and design tools. It has also sparked independent research and the discovery of new tools, tips and tricks of the trade. With the use of these tools, I have been able to improve my skills and continue learning on my own. I have always been a strong believer in the fact that we never stop learning. I used brainstorming as part of my creative process, which led to the generation of original ideas. Every project I work on is an artistic representation of my own vision. Furthermore, a growing number of different concepts are developed by disregarding traditional design conventions. The ethical framework in which the creative process was carried out allowed the final product to be acknowledged for both its originality and morality.
Examples of my design projects from my websites, which integrated design concepts and principles, demonstrated my expertise in the industry and my level of professionalism. All of these components—line, color, shape, form, value, space, and texture—were carefully considered to create the most aesthetically pleasing compositions in the portfolio. Thus, my primary focus on the branding initiatives was understanding balance and proportion; I paid close attention to every little aspect, including typeface, color, and images, and tried to make them come together as a cohesive whole (Miller, 2023).
For example, while creating branding materials, I used Adobe tools to accurately construct logos, alter photos, and get all my typographic elements just perfect. My work became orderly and intriguing because I was able to give them life through the process of classifying color, texture, and composition (Hayward-Cole, 2019). Furthermore, this process's technical selection clearly demonstrates my in-depth familiarity with the features of the software, which facilitates my ability to carry out challenging jobs with a high degree of discretion.
I was able to showcase my top three designs on this website under the headings "Make your imagination come true" and "Design heaven on earth with DTS." The designs were excellent, with meticulous attention to detail in how they were displayed.
To begin with, the photos do the best job of highlighting the sharpness and crispness. The photos featured here have been carefully selected to convey profound ideas by balancing visual impact and image quality. For example, in the portfolio area, there are clear, sharp images of finished products arranged in a specific order that allows users to appreciate the finer elements of the designs.
The accuracy with which colors are portrayed throughout the designs is another element that establishes the colors' trustworthiness (Fleck, 2021). Colors are used purposefully and consistently, such that they fit into a bigger concept since each one of them complements the others. Another example of a logo or color scheme used for a branding effort may be provided. These qualities might be included in the public messaging that represents your brand values.
In addition, the layouts' arrangements make it clear that specific grids and standard formats exist. Visual unity is guaranteed by consistency and uniformity in alignment, spacing, and composition, safeguarded by a symbol of stability. The information in the exercise on brochure design employs a grid structure to put everything in a logical order which makes it readable.
Ultimately, all original file types are accurately and expertly converted into usable print and screen elements. The files are created in accordance with established industry standards, enabling appropriate recordability and the intended result. Print-ready files that are created with sufficient bleed and trim marks yield printout outcomes that are flawless, such as in brochure designing operations.
References
Fleck, R. (2021, December 10). 11 principles of design (and how to use them) | dribbble. Dribbble.com. https://dribbble.com/resources/principles-of-design
Hayward-Cole, A. (2019, August 9). 7 basic principles of graphic design |LCCA. Www.lcca.org.uk. https://www.lcca.org.uk/blog/careers/7-basic-principles-of-graphic-design/
Miller, S. (2023, September 29). Basics of graphic design: Principles and elements. Capterra. https://www.capterra.com/resources/graphic-design-basics/
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