Image Blending

Blending a text with an image enhances the design because it seems more appealing rather than plain text. Also the design shows a better meaning of what the text is trying to represents since it has an image to show, In addition, the blending of the image allows the photo to be less prominent and applies a mood based on the colors. The design is more appealing only with the correct techniques supporting it such as blurring the background, placement and gradient overlay. Furthermore, the images I've chosen both have transparent text which allows the view to become more entertained and amazed.

Lab # 9

Lab #9 thought us how to add page numbers easily and quicker than typing the number on each page that consists of more time. The way to number the pages quickly is to be in control of the Master which whatever is added on to it applies t the rest of the pages. Create a type box on both end of the pages then go to the windows bar and look for type then special characters, markers and current add current page numbers. Furthermore, we learned how to print it in a way that we could make it into a booklet. Learning how to print it is important because it wouldn't come out the way you would expect it as a booklet rather than separated sheets of paper that don't correspond to each other. Also we had to accurately apply a shape that when the booklet is opened up it would completely appear on each page. This lab helps us have precision and save time by having alternative ways to complete tasks.

Ten 80 Event

The Ten 80 event was about us learning more about S.T.E.M. programs such as mathematics, science, engineering and technology. Also we learned more about how the army uses technology to advance more than other countries. We got to choose a program we would've liked to attend such as game, code, race, etc. and I got to attend game. In the game program we developed ideas to introduce a concept of a game we would like to create. In addition, participating in these events allows us to have the opportunity to receive rewards and prizes such as cash, internships and game development. Furthermore, we were able to ask questions to the CEO of the Ten 80 and receive information about how her goal was accomplished. Communicating with these guest allowed us to have inspiration and creativity to help us in the future and achieve our goal.

Animated Brochure

We created brochure which was then converted to Flash Player.swf. This allowed us to add animations to our brochures so that it has a dynamic feeling. An example of an animation is the fade in option which allows the selected area to appear/ fade. The animations I chose were simple but nothing too crazy such as spinning, dancing or jumping areas that would question the viewer about the choices that were made. Also we were able to change the duration of the animation and could make it a cycle/ loop. In addition, the animation could start in different directions other than its original location. Furthermore , we could add Page Transitions which when you go to the next page it will do a animation such as a rectangular close or eliptical open towards the next page. Having these skills help us become better Web Designers in the future and give us ways to attract people with motion. finesse and variety.