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Typography - Task 2: Typographic Exploration and Communication

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26/9/2023- 10/10/2023 || Week 5 - Week 7 Ruchira Nowreen || 0347111 Bachelor of Software Engineering || Minor: Creative Media Design || Taylor's University GCD60104 Typography Task 2: Typographic Exploration and Communication (Text Formatting and Expression) Table of Contents 1. Lectures 2. Instructions 3. Exercises 4. Feedback 5. Reflection 6. Further Readings LECTURES Lecture 5: Typo_5_Understanding In Lecture 5 on typography understanding, several key topics were explored. 1. Unsymmetrical Letter Case: The discussion focused on the unique characteristics of unsymmetrical letter cases, particularly evident in Baskerville. The differing stroke weights and distinctive arcs connecting serifs to stems contribute to internal harmony and individual expressiveness in letterforms. Figure 1.1: Unsymmetrical uppercase letterform 'A' || 26/09/23 2. Varied Curves in Similar Typefaces: A comparison was made between Helvetica and Universe, highlighting the significant impact of varied...

Digital Photography & Imaging - Project 1

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28.08.2023 - 2.10.2023 || Week 1 - Week 6 Ruchira Nowreen || 0347111 Major: Bachelor of Software Engineering || Minor: Creative Media Design || Taylor's University Digital Photography & Imaging  GCD 61204 PROJECT 1: COLLAGE & DIGITAL IMAGING INSTRUCTION PROJECT 1A I am engaging in a project focused on learning Composition through Collage Design. In Project 1, I am undertaking two exercises—one physical and one digital. My goal is to develop a theme or idea by incorporating layers of images, applying design principles, and refining the overall composition. WEEK 2:  COLLAGE  Initially, we were tasked with selecting design elements for the physical collage from old magazines or printed pictures. Subsequently, we created three distinct compositions using different sets of elements. These compositions were then presented to Mr. Fauzi for his evaluation. While he acknowledged the merit of all three, he ultimately chose one that, in his view, exhibited the best flow...