Image Behind Text

This image is an example of how images can be used behind text. To do this I typed out my name in a bold font so that the image I eventually use would be visible. I then placed an image into Illustrator. By right clicking the image I was able to send it behind the text. I then selected the text and the image together and by using the drop down menu 'object' I was able to select clipping mask and apply it to my text. This then allows the image to be cropped into the text.

Cartoon-Oli

Today we experimented with an image of ourself which we then imported into Adobe illustrator. Using this image as a guideline I drew over the image using the paint brush tool to create a cartoon version of myself.

Ying Yang

The ying yang is an example of how negative space is used. I have created my own ying yang image using various shapes in illustrator. I have then experimented with the image by using the same shapes used to make it and just moving them around and changing the colours which creates a variety of different versions of the original. 

Pen tool

This task was set to help understand how to use the pen tool in illustrator. I have drawn around the word vector using the pen tool and by following the instructions step by step. I found using the pen tool quite difficult when creating the rounded edges as it did not always go right.

Book covers

I have been experimenting with the layouts of book covers and how text is positioned. The front of a book cover showcases the title, its subtitle, and the author's name. I have made some of my own examples using three main elements, The title, My name and an image.

People DO judge a book by its cover. That’s why I think it is important to have a book cover that grabs attention (Book buyers are also attracted to professional-looking, easy-to-read interiors). Below are my examples of a book covers based on Queen Victoria.

I have designed the two covers above using the union jack as the background which makes them appear bold and eye catching. I have created one using a black crown and the other in a white to place behind the text so it stands out and is easier to read than if it was on the coloured background. I think the use of the white crown works better than the black which is a bit too harsh against the colours. 

With the two designs above I have taken a different approach to make the covers look more professional. I have left the background white but used the same font for all of the designs as I think it works well. I have kept both designs simple and kept the text all central using only the silhouette of a crown. I think both of these designs are as successful as each other. However I personally prefer the second design.

I have changed these designs by altering the text layout. I think the layout of the text in the above design is better than the lower one as the word Queen and Victoria are the same size where as in the lower image the Victoria is slightly smaller. I do not think either of these designs are as successful as the others as the layout does not work as well. However if I was to take away my name from the middle of the queens head in the lower design and made the Victoria the same size as the above text I think that design would be improved.