Graphic Design Reflection

As a student in e-Communication we were taught to focus of the following 5 areas-

Technology

We have been learning technological skills all year. We are constantly on the Macs learning and exploring Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop. This is important for taking a creative vision and using technology to make it happen. I faced challenges such as wanting to use inspiration from something I saw but could not figure out how to do it. I will use these skills for years to come for fonts, logos, and cute graphics. 

Collaboration

This program has brought out a side of me that loves to work with everyone. I loved having projects and having a collaboration partner. This is important to help others and have others help you as well. I have learned how important it is to have collaboration skills or else your point of view and vision will not get across. We also collaborated in a group setting giving critiques. This helped a lot with the final outlook of projects.

Communication

Communication is not only important with group members but also with your teacher. This is a skill I will use for the rest of my life in my future career. Im glad how much this word was used in this program throughout the year. You have to communicate to get things done and get hep.

Project Management

Having a deadline is a big park of what we were taught. Having a real client want you to re-brand there business is a big deal. The client will want it by a certain date and managing your time is extremely important. This does mean coming in before or after school to meet deadlines. 

Leadership

Taking part in group activities in Graphic Design didn't happen very often and I wish it did. Having someone to help you along the way would have been a big asset to our final projects. But we can take leadership into our own hands and help others around you that may be struggling. 

Projects

Strengths And Weaknesses

My greatest strengths were using fonts and color to effectively get my point across. I also can make a strong logo and work Illustrator very effectively. Some weaknesses I have are in Photoshop. I have a hard time mocking things up and making them look realistic. 

Future

I have a computer at home and will continue to make graphics and logos for fun. I will also take away the 5 skills. If I could change some things it would be maybe do at least one group project. I loved all of my classmates and would want to collaborate on a big project with them. My future is very bright with many options because of graphic design. 

Conclusion

In conclusion this program has taught me a lot this past semester. I have grown so much not only in my work but in myself. I have learned how to communicate, help others, and take intuitive. When I first stepped into the graphic design room I had not idea how to use Adobe illustrator or Adobe Photoshop. With the help and guidance of my teacher I can now say I can confidently use them everyday.