Objectives: The student will understand that image can be modified or transformed to enhance a publication. The student will understand the proper use of color in a publication. The student will understand that color can be used to communicate a mood or a feeling in a publication.

Pixels: The smallest element of an image or a picture. The greater the number of pixels per inch, the greater the resolution.

Bitmap/Raster Images are produced by digital image capture devices: digital scanners or digital cameras, or by pixel editing programs (e.g., Adobe Photoshop). Resolution Dependent Cannot easily be resized

Vector Images are produced using coordinate points and mathematically drawn lines and curves, which can be freely sized and rotated without image degradation in the final input. Resolution Independent Can easily be resized

Cropping is the process of removing part of an image. Cropping consists of removing the edges of a picture, or pulling out a single element that can be used in a way not possible if the entire image is selected.

Increasing or decreasing an image horizontally and/or vertically while maintaining aspect ratio.

It may be tempting to want to squeeze an image slightly to make it fit into an open spot on the page. DON’T DO IT!

Shadows are used to create a three dimensional effect, giving depth to an image or text.

Flipping an image vertically or horizontally is an option. Flipping is generally useful when working with images of people. Generally it is best if a person’s eyes are focused on a page, rather than away from it. (Directional Flow) Original Flipped

Photos that have been shot horizontally or vertically can be rotated 90 degrees to be used in a publication. Most DTP software also has some type of free rotation tool.

Fill: A pattern, color or tint applied to the inside of a closed object. Example: Yellow fill Stroke: Manipulating the width or color of a line. Example: Orange stroke

An option for controlling whether and how text flows around a graphic or another object.

The ability to combine two or more objects into a single unit. The purpose of grouping is to make the objects easier to manipulate. Examples: moving, changing size

The practice of placing text and images on top of each other in a design.

Opacity: The ability to see through one object or layer to another below it. Watermark: A pale image or text imprinted into paper. Scoreboard Mountain View 28-7 W Hillcrest 21-0 W Lone Peak 6-14 L

One of the reasons that accurate color is difficult ton manage is because the monitor produces color differently than a printer. A monitor produces color by mixing red, green and blue RGB color A printer produces color by mixing cyan, magenta, yellow, and black CMYK color Make sure you always use a printed color guide to choose colors in your document.

Color theory consists of an understanding of the relationship of color. You may combine: Complementary colors- Those across from each other Analogous colors- Those right next to each other Warm colors- Orange/red side of color wheel Cool colors- Blue side of color wheel Color wheel warm colors cool colors

BLACK Classic Strong Powerful Mysterious Elegant BLUE Tranquil Peaceful Sad Dependable Cool GREEN Soothing Refreshing Healing Natural Fresh PINK Happy Sweet Romantic Youthful RED Sexy Exciting Simulating Provocative Dynamic YELLOW Harmonious Warming Sunny Splendor Anxious BROWN Wholesome Rich Earthy Home-like Rustic WHITE Pure Bright Innocent Clean