Theory and New Projects

Hey, hey.

Due to the reduction of time today, we are going to postpone the presentations until Mrs Knights lesson on Thursday. So we are expecting to see;

• your work on the blog
• all of your models
• your finished piece
• you and your partner presenting your work, explaining your design ideas and decisions

You will not be allowed anymore class time on this project.

So today's objectives are;

• To begin to understand about metals
• To begin the new project!!!

The new project is all about packaging. This is a more 'graphics' based project and if you are efficient at Photoshop then it will be an advantage.

Product Identity

You are required to develop an existing piece of packaging and accompanying advertising poster for a chocolate of your choice.The aim of the assignment is to assist your understanding of the power of advertising and the affect it has on the consumer as well as developing your style to produce a quality graphic product.

Deadline:

End of the Second week-term2

Criteria;

You must produce an A3 poster for your product that includes the product name and slogan.You must produce a new style of packaging for your product that includes imagery, appropriate labelling and above all, ease of use.The final surface development must be produced using the laser cutter in conjunction with a standard laser printer.You must produce 3 pages of design work that demonstrates your design progress, from initial concepts through to your final concept.

You are required to post your design work on your personal blog.

Assessment;

• 10 marks awarded for the quality of design work posted on your Blog.
• 30 marks awarded for the completed packaging.
• 10 marks awarded for the quality of the advertising poster.