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Photoshop CD Cover 
Photoshop and Illustrator Self Portrait
Graphic Design midterm project using Adobe Photoshop to create a CD Cover combining text, photographs, and techniques presented in class to create a CD cover which tells the visual story of the CD's contents
Rubric Code: K72X96
By CShockr2
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Subject: Arts and Design  
Type: Project  
Grade Levels: 9-12

Powered by iRubric CD Cover Midterm
Students will create a CD COver using techniques in Adobe Photoshop & Illustrator and typography in class. Students will weave text and graphics together to tell an individual visual story promoting their CD.
  Below basic

Demonstrates little or no evidence of meeting the requirements and goals of the assignment. Project should be resubmitted.

2 pts

Basic

Has not met the requirements and goals of the assignment and need to make improvements.

5 pts

Proficient

Met the requirements and goals of the project

8 pts

Advanced

Exceeded the requirements and the goals of the project.

10 pts

Correct Dimensions
10 pts

Project is created on the template provided in class. Resolution set at 150 dpi. A minimum of 5 images are used in the creation of the cover.
Below basic

Project is not on the CD template and/or resolution is below 150 dpi. Fewer than 2 images are used in the project
Basic

Project has correct width and height and template was used, but does not have the correct dpi or Project has incorrect width and height or not on template but uses the correct dpi. Fewer than 4 images are used
Proficient

Project has correct height and width,and is on the provided template.Project is set at the correct dpi. Project contains 5 images.
Advanced

Project is sized correctly, is on the provided template and has correct dpi. Project also contains a 1/4" margin on all sides of the document. Project contains more than 5 images.
Color Correction
10 pts

All images must be color corrected prior to compositing. Image must come from royalty free sites such as www.morguefile or www.sxc.hu. Please save these individual images in a folder with layers showing. Each image must have at least a levels correction.
Below basic

Project does not contain any color corrected images.
Basic

Project contains color corrected images, however, layers are flattened, or images are saved in an improper format (.jpg, gif, etc.)
Proficient

All images are color corrected effectively. Images contain one adjustment layer (Levels, Curves, Hue/Saturation, Black & White, etc.) and are saved in the proper file format to preserve layers.
Advanced

All images are color corrected effectively using multiple adjustment layers and/or masks to target adjustments selectively.
Layer Masking
10 pts

Project must contain a layer mask for 1 image.
Below basic

Project does not contain an image separated from it's background using a layer mask.
Basic

Project contains an image separated from it's background but does not contain a layer mask. Image is save in an improper format (.jpg or .gif) where layers are not found when file is opened
Proficient

Project contains an image separated from it's background using a layer mask. File is saved in an appropriate format.
Advanced

Project contains an image separated from it's background using a layer mask. Mask contains grey semi-transparent areas, use of a channel mask or additional effort to create a mask where the edges are seamless. Project contains multiple masked layers. File is saved in an appropriate format.
Filters
10 pts

Project contains 1 filtered image using Smart Filter/s
Below basic

Project does not contain an image that has been filtered.
Basic

Project contains a filter, however, filter has been applied without "Convert to Smart Filter" being applied.
Proficient

Project contains a filter properly applied using "Convert to Smart Filter". Filter adds artistry to the image.
Advanced

Project uses multiple filters on an image to create a distinct and harmonious effect. Filter Masks and Blending Modes are used to blend filter effects with the original image.
Font Selection
10 pts

Project contains type in an appropriate typeface, congruent with the tone of the images and the piece
Below basic

Project does not contain text.
Basic

Project includes text, but does include a change font from the default font. Comic Sans is used in project.
Proficient

Basics of typography are applied, such as basic tracking, kerning and leading. Font selection has been performed and does not include the use the default font.
Advanced

Typographic skills in tracking, kerning and leading are of superior merit. Student has selected font face based on the effect on the overall piece. Font selection reflects the theme of the piece.
Text Styling
10 pts

Student shapes text using Type on a Path tool, Area Type tool, Clipping masks, etc.
Below basic

Project does not contain stylized text.
Basic

Project contains type styling, however, the styling does not add to the overall gestalt of the piece.
Proficient

Project type styling is complex and adds a strong graphic element to the the piece.
Advanced

Project type styling is complex, contains proper tracking, kerning and leading and adds a strong graphic element to the piece. Multiple text styling effects are used through out the piece.
Gestalt/Craftmanship
20 pts

Student applies the 5 rules of gestalt (see handout).
Below basic

Project does not contain elements which pertain to gestalt.

The finished CD Cover does not communicate the designer's interests, dreams, hopes and/or past events and does not tell the designer's visual story.
Basic

Project contains 2 or 3 elements of gestalt. Elements do not combine to create a greater visual whole.

The finished CD Cover communicates with difficulty the designer's interests, dreams, hopes and/or past events and does not communicate the designer's visual story effectively.
Proficient

Project contains 3-4 elements of gestalt, elements combine to create a basic sense of the piece's visual design is greater than the sum of it's parts.

The finished CD Cover communicates clearly the designer's interests, dreams, hopes and/or past events and communicates the designer's visual story at a basic level.
Advanced

Project contains all 5 elements of gestalt and elements combine seamlessly to intensify the pieces visual design and elevate the design to a comprehensive and complete whole.

The finished CD Cover communicates the designer's interests, dreams, hopes and/or past events clearly and effectively and communicates the designer's visual story at an elevated level.
Presentation
10 pts

Student presents project to peers for review and critique.
Below basic

Project is not presented to peers for critique.

Student is disruptive or inattentive during other students' presentations.
Basic

Project is presented to peers in an unplanned and unrehearsed manner. Student cannot explain how image was created, what tools were used, and problems overcome.

Student is somewhat disruptive or inattentive during other students' presentations.
Proficient

Project presentation is somewhat planned. Student can explain techniques in a basic manner and can explain what tools were used and how problems were overcome.

Student is attentive during other students' presentations.
Advanced

Project presentation is well organized and thought out. Student can explain techniques and tools to their peers, and has an excellent grasp on how problems were overcome.

Student is attentive to other students' presentations and actively participates and adds comments to the discussion.



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