Year 8

Graphic Design

Graphic Design is the artistic process of combining text and graphics, and communicating an 
effective message in the design of logos, graphics, brochures, newsletters, posters, signs, and any other type of visual communication. 

Graphic Design caters for students who wish to develop their artistic skills, creativity and 
knowledge in the design industry. Industry standard software will be used including Adobe 
Photoshop and Illustrator. 

Students will be given the opportunity to develop images (both photographic and illustrated) into computer-generated designs. 

Studio Areas explored may include:

  • Digital Art
  • CD Covers
  • Image Manipulation
  • Vector Art
  • Digital Illustration
  • Design in general


Assessment
Production of a folio that displays development in visual enquiry, design work, presentation, colour studies, class work and final design piece.

Pre-requisites
There are no pre-requisites for this course


Contact Information
Mr Kieran Gherardi
Director of Visual Arts
Kieran.Gherardi@cewa.edu.au