Image Processing
Cross-reference to both Desktop Publishing and Design.Tutorials
- The primary graphics program is the GIMP. Used for image manipulation and making logos etc. as it is very, very powerful.
- To assist you in learning how to use this program click here to grok the gimp - a link to a book that seems to cover everything.
General
Units- Scanning Techniques
- Colour for Image Processing
- Image Processing Skills
- Image Output
Assessment
Students are required, given the difficulties likely to be encountered with file sizes, to have regard to their own computer system limitations when determining image sizes, resolutions etc. All files must be retained and made available as evidence for assessment.
- Collection of work (60%)
Work that demonstrates evidence of a range of specific learning outcomes) Collection to include:
- retouched images
- colourised greyscale images
- textured tiles with special effects
- evidence of scanning techniques
- printouts of initial and final images, plus at least three printouts at various stages
- colour separations
- saved and exported images in various file formats
- listing of tools and techniques used, the order in which they were applied and the effect achieved
- file listings and software application used
- Project (40%)
Design a series of at least six completed full colour images. The series could be a series of stamps, banknotes, greeting cards, a calendar, a series of website elements, a CD-ROM image bank, or other appropriate topic. Both text and graphic elements must be included. Evidence must include:
- development of design ideas from concept visualisation to final production
- printouts of finished series
- image details including dimensions, digital file size, resolution, colour mode, file format
- file listings, hardware and software specifications
- notes and sketches indicating research and preparatory work
