Logo design checklist

1. I have decided whether to present in writing or orally.
2. Logo does not belong to another product or person.
3. Logo is of my own design.
4. I used Power Point OR Photoshop for at least one of my logos.
5. I have at least 3 logo designs.
6. My 3 designs are all a different type of symbol.
7. One of my logos is animated.
8. All my logos are on paper.
9. All myy logos are posted outside.
10. If presenting in writing: the analysis (explanation) of my logos is written and posted outside.
11. If presenting orally: I have already separated a date with Mrs. Fairlie. Remember: No presentations on June 4.
    
12. The analysis (explanation) includes the justification for EACH logo.
13. Each design must indicate the type of symbol it is (pictogram, brand, logo, etc...)

Logo design

Logo Design Instructions

For this project, you are required to design a minimum of 3 symbols that represent yourself.

Types of symbols

Pictogram: an image that represents an object
Rebus: a pictorial image that represents a spoken sound
Ideogram: a symbol representing a complete idea without expressing words for it.
Trademark or Brand: Marks to signify information about the origin and/or content of a product
Monogram: a graphic symbol consisting of 2 or more letters combined (usually your
initials); printed on stationery or embroidered on clothing.
Coat of arms: the official symbols of a family, state, etc
Logo: a mark or symbol that identifies a company or product

Design specifications:

• One of the symbols must be animated.
• Your 3 symbols must be all a different type of symbol. For example, you can have a rebus, a brand and an ideogram.
• You must be able to justify (orally or written) why you chose certain colors, fonts, shapes.  Example: Xerox justified its logo by saying that "lowercase letters ... seemed friendlier ... deeper red and a thicker font, to stand out better on the Web and on high-definition television... a ball to suggest forward movement and "a holistic company" A series of variously-colored "connectors" - swirled lines, reminiscent of the ribbons used to connote support for AIDS and breast cancer research - that Xerox will etch on conference rooms at its new headquarters in Norwalk, Connecticut, and that it will use to connect images and text in commercials & advertisements."
• One of your designs must include the use of either Photoshop or PowerPoint.
• Your designs will be displayed for all AISM students to see.
• You are not allowed to use any images from the internet or any symbols that already belong to a brand (i.e: Nike), as this violates copyright laws.
  

Logos will be printed (or drawn) in color and posted on the wall outside the computer lab.

Deadline for all logos to be turned in and posted: 4 June (Thursday)

Homework for F period Technology

Be ready to answer the meaning of this quote from Paul Rand. Will ask you next class (Friday).

"A trademark is not merely a device to adorn a letterhead, to stamp on a product, or to insert at the base of an advertisement; nor one whose sole prerogative is to imprint itself by dint of constant repetition on the mind of the consumer public. The trademark is a potential illustrative feature of unappreciated vigor and efficacy; and when used as such escapes its customary fate of being a boring restatement of the identity of the product's maker."

Investigation Report

You asked me in class, what does the report need to include? Here is the answer.

Your report should:

1. Show that you have a clear idea of what you Investigated. Usually, an investigation is guided by a question. Let me know what your question is.
2. Show that you have used the right techniques to find what you needed to find (ask people, web searches, using the library, etc)
3. Show what you found out (the most important part!)
4. Show that you have thought about what you have found out. (What is your opinion on your findings?)
   
5. Show where you found information out (use a bibliography for this: MLA format)
6. Have a minimum length of 2 pages.
   

This report is due Friday, 8 May before midnight. To be shared with me via Google Docs.
For F period students, the due date is Tuesday, 12 May, before midnight.

Flip Book Evaluation

Answer these questions honestly and thoroughly. Read over your answers once you have finished each question and make sure it makes sense. Watch your grammar and spelling.
For now, answer these questions in word and save them on your computer. You will submit them to me next class.

1. How satisfied are you with your FB? Explain.
2. How satisfied are you with your partner's contribution towards the FB? Explain
3. How was your planning? Was your schedule realistic? Were you able to follow it?
4. What problems did you encounter and how did you overcome them?
5. What did you think of this project?
6. What did you learn while doing this project?

Flip Book Due this week!

Remember your Flip Book is due at the end of the month. This means 30 April!

What I will check this weekend

Create a Google Doc with the Title: So and So's Flip Book Plan
Invite me as a collaborator of your Doc.
Start your plan: specific tasks, with steps, resources and time.

Title: So and So's Flip Book Plan
Introduction: We have decided blah blah. Fulano is very good at blah blah and Mengano's strength is on blah blah, so blah blah

Make a table where you will fill out your plan: (Identilfy at least 10 tasks)

Task	Resources needed	Will finish by (date)	Person in charge

Flip Book Project Intro

For this project, your group is required to produce a paper flip book made from digital photos. You will work in pairs.

Design Specifications

1. Made entirely at school. Students may not work on this project at home.
2. Involves the use of a digital camera or cell phone.
3. 60 pictures minimum.
4. 120 pictures maximum.
5. book is rectangular
6. Book cover is strong
7. Pictures are school appropriate.
8. The cover of your book can be made by hand
   

Keep in mind

1. When printing, print at least 3 pictures at the same time (to save paper).
2. The file size of each document you print should not exceed 1Mb, otherwise the printer cannot handle it.
3. Keep a space to the left of your pictures, for the binding.