Objective

To learn about graphic styles throughout history and the influences that contributed to these styles. To collect reference materials for future use.

Secondary objectives

To utilize Powerpoint as a presentation tool.

Description

Using Powerpoint, design a 15-minute presentation about one of the major graphic styles in design history. You must include visual examples of this style and a bibliography of your references. Your selection of examples must include pieces not in the slide show or in the textbook.

Depending on the number of students in the class, you may be working with a partner. The presentation schedule is as follows:

Procedure

1. CHOOSE YOUR STYLE: Review the slide lectures for this class (also reference the Graphic Styles Timeline handout). Determine which styles you would like to make a presentation on. "Claim" your top three choices by making a post in Angel's Homework Assignment #2. I will do my best to accommodate your preferences (but I can not guarantee that you will get your top choices). Consideration will be given to the order your posts appear in Angel (so don't delay).

2. BACKGROUND RESEARCH: Read the textbook chapter(s) relating to your graphic style (see Homework Assignments). What world events contributed to this style? What other cultural influences may have affected this style? What style came before this style? How did this style influence other styles to come? Who were the influential designers who designed in this style?

3. IN-DEPTH RESEARCH: Find books, periodicals and/or Internet resources about your graphic style. Look specifically for additional visual examples that are not in the textbook or slide lectures. Be sure to include significant players who contributed to this style. What other information can you add that was not included in the slide lecture or your textbook? Prepare a bibliography of your sources (you must use at least one non-Internet source).

4. DESIGNING THE PRESENTATION: Scan or download images for your presentation. Write notes for your presentation in bulleted format. Organize your information and sequence it in a logical manner. Format your presentation using Powerpoint (you must include your references). Rehearse and refine your presentation until your are happy with it.

5. GIVING THE PRESENTATION: On the scheduled day of your presentation, bring your Powerpoint on a USB drive or CD-ROM. Give your presentation in class (you have up to 15 minutes). Be prepared to answer questions after the presentation.

6. GRADING: Submit your Powerpoint in Angel's drop box for grading.

Note: Late presentations will not be accepted.