Illustration & Narrative-Task 2: Decisive Moment
05/6/2024--(Week7-Week10)
JING KEYAO/0370732/Bachelor of Design (Honours) in Creative Media
Illustration & Narrative
Task 2
Table of Content:
1. Lectures
2. Instruction
3. Exercises
·Ex.3a_Album Cover
·Ex.3b_Animated Album Cover（gif）
4. Reflection
LECTURES:
Week 7
We need to choose one song from the list below, appreciate the song, hear it
through and understand the lyrics. Then required to sketch initial ideas ,
figure out storyline, illustrate and compose and animate a ‘moment’
base of our understanding from the chosen song.
Then songs list are as below:
1. Fly me to the moon
2. The way you look tonight
3. Come fly with me
4. Girl from Ipanema
5. New York, New York
Week 8: Independent Learning Week
Week 9
This week, Mr. Hafiz introduced the Pencil Tool in Adobe Illustrator. The
Pencil Tool is a very intuitive drawing tool that allows users to create
paths and shapes by freehand drawing.
The steps to use the Pencil Tool are as follows:
1. Select the Pencil Tool
2. Set Options
3. Draw Paths
4. Edit Paths
Next, Mr. Hafiz introduced the Type on a Path Tool. This tool allows
users to input text along a path or shape, making typography more diverse
and creative.
The steps to use the Type on a Path Tool are as follows:
1. Create a Path
First, create a path or shape using any drawing tool, such as the Pencil
Tool or Pen Tool.
2. Select the Type on a Path Tool
Find and select the Type on a Path icon in the toolbar, or use the shortcut
"Shift + T" for quick selection.
3. Apply Text
Hover the Type on a Path Tool over the path. When the cursor changes to an
I-beam with a curve, click on the path to start typing. The text will appear
along the path.
4. Adjust Text
Use the Character Panel and Paragraph Panel to adjust text attributes such
as font, size, and spacing. You can use the Selection Tool to adjust the
text's position on the path.
Week 10
Mr. Hafiz gave a briefing about the 2D Intertwine feature in Adobe
Illustrator. This feature allows users to create complex designs where
different elements appear to weave in and out of each other, creating a
visually intricate and appealing effect.
Here are the detailed steps to use the 2D Intertwine feature:
1. Create Your Shapes
2. Select the Objects
Use the Selection Tool (V) to select all the objects
3. Apply Intertwine:
["Object" menu > "Intertwine" > "Make" ]
4. Adjust the Intertwining
Click on the "Edit" button in the Properties Panel or double-click the
intertwined objects to enter the editing mode.
Use the Direct Selection Tool (A) to click and drag the anchor points and
paths to refine the intertwining effect.
5. Refine the Design
INSTRUCTIONS:
Module Brief:
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Exercises:
-Ex.3a_Album Cover
Then songs list are as below:
1. Fly me to the moon ⬅️ [ I choose this one ]
2. The way you look tonight
3. Come fly with me
4. Girl from Ipanema
5. New York, New York
-initial storyline
The proposal tells a compelling story of escape and introspection. The
character's relaxed, almost indifferent expression contrasts with the
grandeur of the moon/mars landscape, suggesting a sense of detachment from
reality. The inclusion of items like the bottle and the cigar further adds
to the narrative, hinting at a moment of reflection or escapism. The
setting, with its dramatic, otherworldly backdrop, evokes a sense of
adventure and exploration, aligning with the song's themes. The overall mood
is one of serene contemplation, inviting viewers to imagine their own
journey to the moon/mars.
-ideas
·After listening these song, i prefer to choose the first one, and there were references to Mars and Jupiter in the
lyrics, which was he looking forward to see.
·Then I looked into his profile online and found that he had lived a very
depressed life for a period of time, often smoking and drinking. However, his passion to music was true.
-Reference
These are some inspirations i found on Pinterest:
Ex.3a.01
Through observation of these three pictures, I found that their common
feature is that the color is very bold, and the visual impact of the picture
is very strong, which is what I need to learn when designing.
-Process（sketches）
Then I began to think about the overall layout on Procreate
Because the style I refer to is pop art, but at the same time, I find that the
appropriate addition of retro elements will increase the interest, so my main
color is warm, but in order to highlight the characters and match the style of
pop art, I decide to use a combination of bright purple and retro purple.
This is the picture of Mars that I refer to because the lyrics mention that
this is what he aspires to.
This is the color tray I found in Adobe Color, which I used when
coloring the background of the character.
This is what I sketched on Procreate：
Ex.3a.05
Then I did line artwork in the tablet version of illustrator because I found
that it was better for me to draw in this way than using a mouse.
Ex.3a.06
Ex.3a.07
This is the first time I finished the sketch. Due to my carelessness, first of
all, the title lacks me. Secondly, under the guidance of Mr.Hafiz, he told me
the importance of the title, so I found a more suitable Font in Adobe Font
again.
First Sketch
-Final
Final Album Cover_JING KEYAO_jpg
Final Album Cover_JING KEYAO_PDF
Sketch Rational Mood Boards_png
Sketch Rational Mood Boards_PDF
-Overall, My album covers mainly Pop Art but also has some
Retro elements.
So here are some of the creative characteristics I used：
· Bright colors: The use of bright and bold colors such as purple and
orange, which are common in pop art, enhances the visual impact.
· Broad lines and simple modeling: The figures and backgrounds have
clear lines and simple shapes, which is typical of Pop art style.
· Flat performance: The image as a whole presents a two-dimensional
plane effect, without too many gradients and shadows, so that it appears
flat and eye-catching.
· Retro elements: Pop art often borrows and incorporates retro
elements, and this cover also has a retro feel, especially in the font and
figure modeling.
· Satire and humor: the relaxed and intoxicated state of the
characters on the cover, coupled with the lyrics "Fly Me to the Moon",
conveys a surreal sense of humor, which is also a common expression of pop
art.
-Ex.3b_Animated Album Cover
-Process
Ex.3b.01
-Final
Final Album Cover_JING KEYAO_GIF
REFLECTION:
-This assignment was a comprehensive learning experience that combined music
analysis, historical research, creative interpretation, and technical
illustration skills. The final album cover not only captures the essence of
"Fly Me to the Moon" but also reflects a thoughtful and imaginative design
process.
-And this project allowed me to apply and refine various visual and technical
skills. From composition and color theory to illustration techniques, each
element was carefully crafted to create a cohesive and striking design. The
pop art style, characterized by bold lines and vivid colors, was chosen to
make the cover visually engaging and relevant to contemporary audiences.
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