Project 1

WHAT’S A MONKEY TO DO IN TAMPA?

Project 1: Editorial Illustration for the article “What’s a Monkey to Do in Tampa?”

                   (The New York Times Magazine, August 2012)

Specifics: 

One final illustration. Cannot exceed 7 inches on any side

Objectives: 

Work within the boundaries of a specific editorial assignment to create an illustration that is appropriate for being dropped into a layout

Process: 

·      Create 18 thumbnail sketches. Pick your two favorite concepts and discuss them with the class

·      Create two larger, detailed work sketches exploring composition and other design issues. You can pick one of your two favorite thumbnails to do two versions of, or you can create sketches of both of your favorites.

·      Meet with me to briefly to show me your final sketches and explain how you intend to create this image.

·      Scan in your favorite sketch, or both if you want to have options.

·      Work in illustrator to create a detailed, full-color illustration that exhibits a compromise between fitting the assignment and embodying your personal style.

Calendar:

• Thursday, January 23: Thumbnails due at the start of class. Be ready to discuss your ideas and show your drawings to the class.

• Tuesday, January 28: Two work sketches due at the start of class. Be ready to meet with me. You’ll then be scanning your work.

• Thursday, January 30: Lab Day

• Tuesday, February 4: Final project due. It should be posted on the blog along with your two paragraph statement before the start of class. We will then have our 1^st critique.