Monday, October 22, 2012

A Retrospective: Exercise 1


It's been over a month since I submitted this exercise in. It's always good to see where you started with something. I look back and think, "I could've changed this or that." Taking this type of class for the first time opened my eyes to things I never really paid attention to. Whenever I look at buildings, new canvases I always critique them. I then think what I could to improve or change the way it look.
When I started exercise 1, I didn't know what I was doing. Some of the instructions were so vague, and it's annoying when you find out that the author skipped a step as well. It just takes more time to keep your exercise on track. With the experience gained from that initial exercise, I know that it would definitely be easier to do this time around.
 I’m really glad that I chose to take this class. I don't think my future will incorporate graphic design, but at least I'll have some background d knowledge of the software. Most of my classmates never used any of these programs so it’s amazing to see what hard work and dedication can do for a person. With that being said, I do look forward to seeing future projects. We all learn from our mistakes, and it’ll be good experience for all of us.
 I can honestly say that I’m learning more of the features and techniques of InDesign and Illustrator. It’s a good feeling knowing you can manipulate your pieces of art in the way you intend to. By building on the basic features, you will be able to change your work in so many ways. Some people will be content using the basic features, and others will enjoy their classmates asking them for tips.

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