Monique M. Smith

Finished Map

2010-08-04T06:53:00.001-07:00

This is the final map I created for Project 3. I originally took one approach, but decides to use this design instead.

From the ashes

2010-07-27T16:57:00.001-07:00

Color Balance

2010-07-23T14:37:00.001-07:00

This is the composition I came up with for Exercise 9. So far I like it.

What do you think?

Star of Bethlehem

2010-07-20T21:26:00.000-07:00

Inspired by this painting, here is one of the designs I created for Christmas.

Inspired by the bells below, here is another design I created for Christmas.

Inspired by the image below, I created this pattern for the 4th of July.

Here is an alternate design i made for the 4th of July.

McLeod Summer Playhouse (MSP)

2010-07-16T19:08:00.000-07:00

For project 3, I decided to make a map of SIUC campus, featuring "McLeod Summer Playhouse" as the client.
Here is a link to their website:
http://www.playhouse.siuc.edu/
Enjoy!

Carbondale Area Map
Here is a second design i drew.

Project 2 Proofs ("Get Smart" tv show)

2010-07-13T18:46:00.000-07:00

These are my proofs for project 2. The tv show I chose was "Get Smart" starring Don Adams.
(1965)

Midterms already!

2010-07-09T21:10:00.001-07:00

Wow, time has flown by so fast. Process books are due next week, interviews, project 2 and project3. so much to do so little time. I wish the lab was open on the weekend and on fridays. Good luck to you all,
Monique

"Down With Love"

2010-07-06T21:06:00.000-07:00

This is the beginnings of a title sequence for the movie "Down With Love," starring Renee Zellweger and Ewan McGregor

DAY AT THE CIRCUS

Depth Experiment

2010-07-03T16:41:00.001-07:00

CAST SHADOW

VALUE SCALE

Mickey Mouse Lines

2010-06-29T19:44:00.000-07:00

After reading about 'lines' in the textbook, I wanted to create a composition that had movement and energy.

I found that there are several techniques to help create movement and energy and wanted to incorporate as many as possible into my drawing:

- fluid lines
- diagonal lines
- curvy lines
- swelling lines
- calligraphic lines

I chose to redraw this picture of Mickey Mouse, originally done by Walt Disney artists Frank Thomas and Ollie Johnston, because of its "fluid lines."

First, I practiced drawing a series of "diagonal lines" (on a seperate sheet of paper) and saw that it looked like rain. It reminded me of a comic book. (I originally wanted to add lightening in the sky for more diagonals, but I thought it might be inapproproate for Mickey Mouse.

Then, I was inspired by one composition in the textbook of "curvy lines." I noticed that the lines had a subtle "swelling" to them, and so I decided to make it into a ribbon by ussing gradation. I used the ribbon for the border.

Finally, I decided to use my signature as the next best thing to "calligraphic lines" (hehe).

Below is my draft drawing:

As a career path, I think it would be cool to be an Imagineer for Disney one day (prayerfully!)Love, Monique

Final Proof: Project1

2010-06-28T09:39:00.000-07:00

PROJECT 1: SAUL BASS ASSIGNMENT

Objective

To learn design principles through exploration and experimentation. To utilize the grid as a logical visual organization tool.

Secondary objectives
To utilize Adobe Illustrator as a layout and production tool.

Description
Design a museum screening handout about influential designer Saul Bass for Museum of Modern Arts (MoMA) in New York City.
• size: 8.5 x 11 inches (one page)
• font: Franklin Gothic (you may only use two font sizes and two weights)
• ink: black only
• include: client-provided text and images (use a minimum of 3 images)

Diamond Spiral

2010-06-25T14:30:00.000-07:00

When I drew this picture, I was inspired by the following quote:
"A spiral can increase energy in a circular format or add movement to a rectangular composition." (Launching the Imagination, p.78)

To achieve this, I drew a rectangular frame with four diamond frames within it. Inside each diamond frame is a spiral.

My goal was to have symmetry, energy, confusion, and stability all at once. Since the spiral creates energy and movement, I drew horizontal stripes in the background (to reintroduce stability).

Fun at the Candy Shop

2010-06-23T08:21:00.000-07:00

While reading the textbook about rectilinear and curvilinear shapes, I became intrigued with how curvilinear shapes, especially circles, "retain their individuality, even when they are partially concealed by other shaped."

With this drawing, I wanted to experiment with circles and partially covering them up. I also tried to use contrast between black and white and also experiment with shapes.

The black stripe in the "candy corn trail" makes a wavy line.

Unity Melting into Variety

2010-06-20T12:10:00.001-07:00

This is my version of Unity and Variety.

After reading the text book I see that unity and variety are so important to each other. While reading, I imagined unity "melting" into variety, so I did a gradient to unite the two.

To create unity I used font, proximity, gradient, and alignment.
To create variety I used several patterns in the text, and texture in the background.

Cool School

2010-06-18T20:26:00.000-07:00

I enjoy Parkland
I attended a four year university but I never knew that a community college could be so nice.

I enjoy GDS 108 so far. I like that it is practical and hands on (not theoretical only).
I think it's awesome that the class is taught in the computer lab. It saves time and helps to motivate me. I think that having the computers in class will help me stay engaged and focused. I feel that GDS-108 will help build my confidence in creativity and will urge me to follow my inclination toward Graphic Design.

MC Escher wannabe

I drew this picture back in high school.
I am usuing my old scketch book, and this pic was already in it

Monique's Baby Blog

2010-06-16T12:56:00.000-07:00

Hello World!
This is my first blog ever!
Hope to stay connected with you...
-Monique M. Smith (a.k.a. Mo')