Objectives
Create a visually dynamic photomontage poster using a combination of at least three images. Montages are usually richly textured with multiple elements. Photo poster must clearly convey a meaning or a theme. A successful project will not only be visually engaging but will also be readable on other levels such as a call to action, like creating a desire to attend a specific event, or changing a behavior, like having a social impact. The entire image as a whole should utilize the basic design principles such as unity & variety, emphasis, scale, proportion, balance, and rhythm.
Obtain these principles by using the visual elements of line, shape, space, texture, pattern, and symbolism.
(cheat sheet: 10 best photo composition tricks »)
Requirements
11x17 minimum size @ 250-300 dpi. Must use at least three images. Go wild and edit them in any way that you desire. You can use more images if you like, as well as Photoshop brushes, textures, patterns, filters and anything else you wish.
Resources
50 Best Photshop Poster Tutorials
25 Photoshop Tutorials for Poster Designs
Photographers to Explore
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Barbara Kruger American collage artist famous for her layered photographs. She layers found photographs from existing sources with pithy and aggressive text that involves the viewer in the struggle for power and control. |
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John Heartfield | 2nd heartfield site | 3rd heartfield site |
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Hannah Hoch | 2nd Hock Site | |
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Contemporary: Tom Chambers |
Project Brief: 10points
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(my photoshop brushes, for class) (my war pics for class) (my poster example, final)