P2 – In-Class Work II: Second Composition & Layout Planning

Project 2 – In Pairs with Individual Work

Objective

In this session, students will continue developing their compositions and begin planning their final exhibition layout.
Each student will finalize their two individual compositions, and each pair will collaborate on the layout strategy for presentation.

Software:

Adobe Illustrator (primary tool for composition)
- ⚠️ Do not use the Image Trace tool in Adobe Illustrator or Photoshop ⚠️
Adobe Photoshop (optional, for textures and image optimization only)

[1h–1h30m] Finalizing Digital Compositions

Continue developing your digital compositions based on your sketches from Part 1.
Make refinements and add final details using Illustrator.
Photoshop or Procreate may be used only for textures, effects, or image enhancements.

Each student must complete at least 90% of their second realistic or figurative composition before the next class.

Document Setup:

Your Illustrator document must include the following settings for Logo Design:

Naming Protocol: Lastname-Firstname-P2-3 or Lastname-Firstname-P2-4
Units: Inches
Size: 6–8 inches on its longest side (either width or height)
Bleed: 0.3 in (on all sides)
Color Mode: RGB
Raster Effects: High (300 PPI)

Required Layers:

Guides Layer: Include an inner rectangular border at 0.3 in from the edges.
Composition Layer: This is where your main shapes should go.
Background Layer: Add any background colors or images here.

Maintain the same aspect ratio in all of your compositions to ensure visual consistency across the project. ⚠️ Important: Make sure you follow the document setup instructions to avoid losing points.

[30 min] Exhibition Layout & Assembly Planning

Each group will begin planning their layout for the final exhibition. Discuss the visual presentation of your five-piece composition as a unified display.

The fifth composition is the original photograph of the animation setup, using the same aspect ratio as your digital compositions. Final Print Size: Each composition must measure 6–8 inches on its longest side (either width or height)

Consider the Following:

Framing/Border Thickness: Should be consistent or intentionally varied
Spacing Between Pieces: Balanced visual spacing enhances clarity
Overall Arrangement: Explore grid-based or freeform layout
Mounting Materials: coming soon

Group Submission Requirement:

Create a simple PDF with notes on your layout plan, material list, and arrangement ideas.
Include a rough sketch or mock-up if helpful.

📥 Submission

Group Layout Planning PDF
- Naming Protocol: Group-#-Notes.pdf
Two Individual Composition PDFs
- Each student submits their two finalized compositions
- Naming Protocol:
  - Lastname-Firstname-P2-3.pdf
  - Lastname-Firstname-P2-4.pdf

Check Final Submission Guidelines

📌 Failure to follow document setup or naming instructions may result in a grade deduction.

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