Semester Reflection

I would say that I've learned quite a bit about the programs Illustrator and Photoshop. I've learned how to create logos and icons on Illustrator. Also, I had fun using the paint and layer mask options on Photoshop. I'm not sure of what else could be improved for next semester. One thing I would like to learn how to do would probably be to learn to create my own cartoon character.

Review Week 17

I'd say that I've learned quite a bit about serifs from this article. I didn't really know earlier that they originated from Roman times. Also, I didn't know that they were classified into two separate types: adnate and abrupt. Also, seeing the different components of the letter, like spine, counter, bowl, terminal, and ligature was new to me.

Review Week 16

How many points are in an inch? How many points are in a pica?
There are 72 points in an inch, and 12 points are in a pica.
Of the seven classifications, which classification (s) would best work as body type? Why?
Old script and Modern might work the best because they both don't look too fancy or distracting.
Identify the lowercase characters that have ascenders?
They are b, d, h, k, l, and t
Identify the lowercase characters that have descenders?
They are f, g, j,p,q, and y

I think that this is Slab Serif because the line weight appears to be the same throughout, and also, the serifs appear to be like squares.

I think that this is Script because the characters resemble actual handwriting.

This is one is Decorative because of the slightly "fun" look that the characters have.

This is Sans Serif because of the lack of lines at the ends of strokes.

This is Blackletter because it resembles the medieval style of writing.

This is probably Old Style due to the wedge-shaped serifs.

This is probably Modern because of the thin, flat serifs.