Sunday, August 24, 2014

what is this class about?

What is this class about?

It is about the technologies 
that are a necessary part of visual communications.

In the world of visual communications a message is created, usually with two main elements - words and images.

To be effective, this message must be powerful and compelling. It should not only attract a viewer's attention, but engage the viewer in the content of the message and then motivate the viewer to act or think a certain way.


A digital artist, as the creator or designer of a visual communication, must not only possess creative imagination, but must be able to control how the communication looks when it is viewed.

In the digital world, that control requires knowledge and skills connected to the technologies used in this creative process.

This class is about acquiring this knowledge and applying those skills correctly.


Let's look at the evolution of a magazine ad.
  • What was the first step in its creation?
  • How was the image (photo) created?
  • What was the color mode of the photo?
  • What is probably the next thing that happened to the photo?
  • What was the resolution of the photo?
  • What file format was used to save the file?
  • What application added the words?
  • Was the color mode the same as the original photo?
  • What file format was used to save the file ?
  • What file format was used to send the file to the client for approval?
  • Was the resolution of the client's file the same as the original photo?
  • What do you do and/or say if the client says, "The colors are not right!"
  • How was the file sent to the printing company?
  • How do you know the correct file format and resolution for the printing company?
  • Does the file format and resolution change if the ad will be viewed on-line?


http://imagingtechnologies.blogspot.com/2011/06/digital-imaging-overview.html






How do I learn (remember) all this information? 
  • Understand the concepts.
  • Know where to go for what you forget or don't know.









Remember..........Only NSCC students are permitted in this classroom. Friends and children are not permitted.


Children on Campus Policy  

These policies and procedures concern children brought on campus and/or left unattended by 
students. Students may not bring children into instructional settings, such as classrooms, labs, the 
Testing Center, or the Learning Center. In some instances, children may be allowed to 
accompany their parents when the parents are on-campus to conduct school business, but in no 
instance will children be allowed to be disruptive. 

No child under 12 years of age may be left unattended in any part of the college. Anyone 
observing an unattended child should report the matter to Security who will attempt to locate the 
parent. No child under 12 years of age will be left unattended in automobiles anywhere on- 
campus. Anyone observing an unattended child in an automobile should report the matter to 
Security. If conditions justify, unattended children will be taken to a safe facility and/or Metro 
police will be notified. 

The above is from the Student Policy Handbook

Saturday, February 1, 2014

feb 5_2014_computer and imac videos

videos



how a computer works_old computers_about 5:00


how computers work, part 1_12:35
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AtqjxyV9t1I

part 2_15:17
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9a7XQmEBK5Q

part 3_7:38
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E5SED8le34o

the 2013 imac review 7:46
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y18ABFzNq6g

crash course on how to use an imac
http://imagingtechnologies.blogspot.com/2014/02/how-imac-works.html
5:00

what I use an imac for (artist, photographer, musician)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BuQPquNNj24
2:30

Learn the Mac in Under an Hour_53:27
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=twf70Tl7piY

from 2008_how computers work 26:00_old and tedious, but good
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CoxQLJkLq1c

how an imac works

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5rLd2rq3LDM

printing in D2L



  • Printing in D2L

    Dismiss Printing in D2L
    Posted Jan 28, 2014 8:57 AM
    To print PDF, Word, or PowerPoint files,
    • Click the link in Content to view the page.
    • Use the outside scroll bar to scroll down the page. At the lower right corner, look for an "arrow" indicating download.
    • Click the download icon.
    • Print the document using the program that opens the file. 
    To print HTML pages,
    You will not see the Download icon for HTML pages; but instead, a Print button displays at the lower left corner of the page. Until the Print button functions properly, try the following:
    Internet Explorer 10
    • Click to view the page.
    • Right-click inside the D2L viewer and select all.
    • Right-click and choose Print.
    Firefox
    • Click to view the page
    • Right-click inside the D2L viewer and select all.
    • Click the Firefox button at the top left of the screen.
    • Choose Print.
    • Under Print Range, choose Selection.
    • Click OK.
    Chrome: Use the Print button (or)
    • Click to view the page.
    • Right-click in the D2L viewer.
    • Choose Print.
  • NS Online Upgrade

    Dismiss NS Online Upgrade
    Posted Jan 6, 2014 12:23 PM
    NS Online (D2L) has been upgraded to a new version. To become familiar with the new interface, please review the following help files. Click on Help, then click on Student Help Guide.
    At a minimum, view the following sections:
    •        First Time System Check
    •        Supported and Recommended Browsers
    •        Getting Started
    •        My Home
    •        Course Home
    •        Content
  • ** February Downtime **

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    The February Maintenance window is scheduled for Sunday, February 23rd, between 12:00am and 6:00am CST.
    Impact to End Users:NS Online servers will be unavailable during the maintenance window.
  • Sunday, January 20, 2013

    april 11_2013_font management



    what is this course about?



    wellwhadayaknow?

    1. Why we are discussing font management

    2. Some of the problems/headaches fonts can cause

    3. Awareness of some Font Management utilities and what they do





























    digital imaging overview
    http://imagingtechnologies.blogspot.com/2011/06/digital-imaging-overview.html


    youtube video_Fontbook font management   7:00
    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DpA_Fr4jz7A

    video on Extensis_Font Locations   4:00  
    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ziTwmXIrQoo








    Only NSCC students are permitted in this classroom. Friends and children are not permitted.


    Children on Campus Policy  

    These policies and procedures concern children brought on campus and/or left unattended by 
    students. Students may not bring children into instructional settings, such as classrooms, labs, the 
    Testing Center, or the Learning Center. In some instances, children may be allowed to 
    accompany their parents when the parents are on-campus to conduct school business, but in no 
    instance will children be allowed to be disruptive. 

    No child under 12 years of age may be left unattended in any part of the college. Anyone 
    observing an unattended child should report the matter to Security who will attempt to locate the 
    parent. No child under 12 years of age will be left unattended in automobiles anywhere on- 
    campus. Anyone observing an unattended child in an automobile should report the matter to 
    Security. If conditions justify, unattended children will be taken to a safe facility and/or Metro 
    police will be notified. 

    The above is from the Student Policy Handbook