Word + Image Unity

I think the type and silhouette of Homer Simpson flow well together. The yellow on black, in my opinion, was the best decision when choosing colors for this image. The yellow gives homage to the show while the black adds to the rustic feel of the whole image. The choice of phrases and font sizes are also a great detail the designer made; making the most commonly used phrases by Homer in the largest font and the less commonly used ones in a smaller font. While I do believe the font could fit a style more to what someone would recognize with a simpletons intellect, I still believe the choice made is one that works. It gives a more professional feel to the whole thing and makes recognizable as a poster rather than just a creative design piece. Over all, i think the with the contrast of dark against bright colors and general flow of the whole piece, this poster successfully ties together image and type.

-Alex Golman

I chose this picture by Noma Bar because I feel like it's a good example of a pictogram. It has a message that is simple, but effective. The color certainly adds to the image itself and I thought it was clever of the artist to use Spock's iconic "Live long and Prosper" hand gesture as his eye.

Word + Image Unity (Flying Lotus)

This album cover is perfect example of word and picture unity. It has a style that's not only represented in the above image, but it also ties into the music. It's spacey and futuristic. What's in this picture (which i don't know what it really is...it might be some blown glass sort of thing maybe) has this certain quality that makes it look kind of like an alien. The logo works perfectly in unison with the image because of its 'out of this world' feel. The image as a whole is unified. Even to the text 'Los Angeles', it could be compared to the image for this stylish/sleek look. The image's texture looks smooth and clean, just like that text. Basically, everything really complements each other. This album's cover actually represents what you're getting yourself into.

I really enjoy this work because its context is directly related to the textual composition that it is. This is by Abduzeedo on FFFFound.com and is titled Typography Mania #19, which is very fitting. The text works very well together and even though it is broken up and varies greatly in size it remains very easy to read. The composition is very clean and professional as well as the context being to the point.

Word and Image Unity -Brent Noll

this poster, Pixar designed by Eric tan is one of many examples of unique and retro typeface and ilustration designs commissioned by to promote viral campaigns for thier movies.  this is a fairly centered composition with an interesting pastel color pallet to allude to the retro design agenda.  the font of the omnidroid is bold and italic, to create a sense of motion referencing the large robot in the center of the image.  the shadows are flat with hard edges, and the font for the most part follows that style.  in addition to the over all color pallet the font is unified by being equally textured, as the image has a vintage appeal to it.

the variations of the font is interesting specifically in the speech bubbles.  the font becomes more hand oriented, yet the word SYNDROME is mechanical and offset to add emphasis 

text and image unity

In the book cover for "Casino Royale" the font of both the title and author name work well with the theme of the cover. The curvy style of the font works well with the feminine nature of the image and the purple-royal feel. The image and text gives this particular casino a elegant and high class feel. The designer successfully made the author's name stand out by lightening the text enough to draw attention to the text. The designer also balanced the two separate texts by causing the bigger words to be slightly darker then the girls purple skin.

Word and Image Unity - Happy Hour

The colors and the type work together perfectly in this poster because they convey the feeling of a good time centered around the Happy Hour specials at this restaurant. The old school 70's type font sets the mood for a relaxed summer day which draws the customers in i'm sure.

Word + Image Unity

This is a good example of unity between text and image for the text seems to be made out of the clouds of smoke and streaking lines to really bring together all the visual elements. Also the streaking lines suggest a kind of flowing movement which is pushed further by the slant of the text. The word fire below suggests heat and along with the lava lamp type shapes sets the images mood as a very volatile one.

Word+Image Unity

I think this photo conveys word and picture unity in a very good way. The words are shaped to form the animals in the picture. This is a way that one can make words into an image. This picture is focused more towards children and a youth oriented audience. This shows that type as image can be conveyed in many different ways.

word and image unity-lauren chaloupka

I think this photo is a good example of using type to convey an image that many people can understand.  This photo uses contrast with the black words on a white background. The white space creates space to define a face for the figure along with the neck. The words form to make her hair, necklace and other features of the figure. The way the words flow down toward the bottom of the page reflects how hair naturally flows.

Cut & Paste Visualization- Paula Scher

I chose this image because it reminded me of our own assignment. Scher incorporates image type and even her grid for placement is visible; or at least that's what the lines look like to me. I like how the word public on the left is balanced by smaller type on the right. Perhaps people may see it as too busy or crowded but the poster is about dancing and in my opinion the overall feel of the type and the different directions in which the type was placed goes accordingly to what the poster is about. I also like how she handles the color on the poster she uses yellow as the background which makes the black type pop. Also the little bit of red that she uses was very wise in the fact that its a very strong color so she uses it sparingly to prevent both color and type to be overwhelming.

Word+Image Unity

This design effectively unifies type and image. The smooth lines of the guitars and the type help the entire design to flow together, almost becoming one seamless pulsing line, while still making the type legible. The contrast in the color helps keep the image and the type distinct while still complementing each other.

Word and Image Unity

This image achieves unity of type and image since the text actually makes the image and sends a message to the viewer. The similarity is the word trust over and over again which sends a message of peace to the viewer is my guess. The text makes the hand look realistic with the different sizes and flow patterns. There is a nice contrast between the black and white which makes it seem simple but put together.

Word and Image Unity - Banksy

Banksy is a street artist (unknown identity). In this piece he uses a frame and type to explain the idea of how artwork composition is accepted, in rectangle form, but his text finishes his idea by disregarding the borders. This mixture of words and image brings unity only by knowing that this artist is controversial and doesn't abide by the guidelines of the art world.

http://www.flickr.com/photos/cachetines/4971612053/in/pool-14533014@N00/

Word + Image Unity

The type and image in this design work very well together. It is evident that the poster is targeting the youth community, but in order to successfully target those with visual minds, the artist has used an image that gives a fun and exciting mood that may attract the average teenager. The type further enhances the image as it is a somewhat childish font. It's boldness makes the font a little less childish and more mature, placing it in between a young child and an adult. The type is also uneven, making it more laid back and outgoing like a teenager.

The image running off both sides of that page, keep it balanced, as well as the little bit of information in each corner.

Unity In Design

Sparrow Records uses text, line, color and texture effectively in this design and balances these elements and principles perfectly in the poster design. The lines of color on the top center of the page catch the viewer's attention and lead the eye down to the company's name and image. The subtle use of color helps the text and image pop out of the mainly black design. The gray textured background adds to the theme of underground music and leads the eye to the little sparrow at the bottom of the screen instead of distracting the viewer's attention.

Surprisingly, Sparrow Records is a popular Christian record label, which makes this poster's edgy feel really change our perception on what we perceive Christian artists to look and sound like.

Word + Image Unity

The unusual approach to show print colors through the splash of champagne glasses is contrary to the basic solution of boring CMYK printer ink cartilages. It draws the attention of the main idea of print by giving cheers to the great combination of color to will establish the base of every color through print. This piece overall flows to the center while allowing the eye to wrap around. Similarity could be the basic times new roman font placed to read left to right. This achieves great unity as a fantastic over all piece.

Type and Image Unity - Teagan White

I really believe this picture shows excellent skill in combining type and imagery in a well thought out way. The use of texture is the main force driving this piece. Having much of the letters using parts from the human body, your mind can easily associate each word with what it's referring to. To see even more of this work, here's where it's at.

http://www.typographyserved.com/Gallery/the-person-you-love-is-72_8-water/375846

Line Study-Von Glitschka

This piece uses line very well. There is a fluidity about the picture like he never picks his pencil up off the page. The simplicity of the drawing may make it seem unfinished. The texture is very smooth and it draws the eye into the page.

Line Study

The four examples above cordinate together well. The use of line and repetion create movement from bottom to top but carry the eye throughout the entire piece. The black and white rows are repeated by the bottom two but with color creating an movement with organization. Each individual row uses line. There is a mood that could represent a celebration and develop of feeling of happiness. These rows combined as one piece include an overall balance of line creating a formal design.

Line Study

T.J. Ruble

I like this piece because individually, each line seems uncontrolled and missed directed. However, together lines set a pattern directing the eye in the same direction and creating a flow throughout the piece. Also, the fact that the lines give the piece a curvy texture which is very interesting since it is a 2d piece. It is also a good example of contour lines, and although it is a pretty simple piece, the texture and the overuse of lines, gives it a busy feeling .

Line Study

I chose this piece because I like the way that lines were used to incorporate a very technical feel to the city. It looks as if it were drawn by hand in pen for there are some obvious tilts to each building that allows the viewer to appreciate the added human element the artist chose to leave in rather than making each line perfect. Also I really like the depth the artist is able to achieve through the use of lines for I feel like I could walk through the page and into the new environment he has created through a two dimensional medium.

Line Study

this particular line study distinguishes how line can create texture, sense of age and make the eye run across the page. when you look at this image by Thom Yorke, you feel as if this person is either really tired from life or just "moving through it". These lines have created texture throughout the face and the hair to make it more detailed. This is a good example of line because there are different widths and lengths that emphasize this particular person's face and personality.

Line Study - Santos Gaitan

Line is such a simple element but when used well it can be very powerful. In this piece by Santos Gaita he uses line in a way that sort of tricks your eye at first. When you first look at this drawing it seems to be a piece of fabric becoming unwoven with the string at the top but when you take a step back and look it's obvious that this "fabric" is someone's shirt and the single string is actually the profile of the person wearing the shirt. Also, he uses straight lines to create shading in the shirt which are simple but effective.

Line Study - Inksie Print Production and Distribution

I chose this print because it utilizes straight lines to create the illusion of flowing dimension. There are also numerous other linear elements, such as the texture created at the end of the "painted" lines, the grain of the "paper" shown in the shadowing, and the organization of the different tools in which the paper/lines are created and separated. The use of two main colors really helps to pull the eye through each line and creates a powerful three-dimensional feel that remains very interesting to the eye.

Line Study - Brent Noll

This selection by artist John Suarez is and excellent example of cohesive and interesting optical value.  the inking in the face is done by meticulous cross hatching in the direction of form.  notice the tapering edges of every line so that each stroke is made with softness yet bold confidence.  The hair is a framing device for the facial details adding immediate contrast to the construction of the skull.  the lines form into large black areas of shadows and contrast heavily with the light features of the face.  the optical value is here too, in the direction of the larger form,  and on the out skirts of the figure we can see the negative black space being broken up by contrasting white lines as the highlights of the hair fade in to the chiaroscuro elements of the piece.

also this was done on a tablet witch is pretty pro.

Line Study

"Gymnast 3" - Barbara Graetzer

I chose this piece because I liked how the artist incorporated straight and curvilinear lines, and different line widths. It reminded me of the different patterns that the class came up with under the same limitations. Both this piece and pieces of some classmates have a sense of movement within a constricted, and well defined space. The piece didn't say what the medium of use was but it looks like ink. I also like how many small shapes and patterns make up the figure of a gymnast, and that reminded me of the thumbnail critiques and how we all saw different things based on our perspective of the paper. I also picked it because it looks like something that would be really neat to do, but of course once I've had more practice.

Line Study - Matt Toman

I think the designer of this certain piece uses a variety of different line patterns to create an odd, scatterbrained appearance. That definitely comes across and it could further describe the mood/organization it evokes--it has a somewhat sketchy/unbalanced and quick look to it (it's freeform but also sort of unified). It uses simple elements to make good piece. I felt that this was a good example because of the many different patterns that are displayed here. The lines all carry this similar type of feel that translates into its personality. One is left with a strange feeling from looking at the piece. I am personally a fan of art that has a quirky vibe to it, but that's not to imply that I'm into cartoons or anything like that, though.

Line Study- Chris Spooner

Chris Spooner uses line as an arrow to direct the viewers' eyes to the text in the top right corner, and then to the rest the text within the design itself. Although the text is large, the words have a similar texture and neutral color as the rest of the piece and almost blend into the artwork. Luckily Spooner remains in control of the design by breaking up the lines into 4 different colors, allowing the audience to find the text and intersecting lines more easily.

Line Study- Kam Tang

The designer of this piece keeps your eye moving from circle to circle from the carefully placed curved lines that make your eyes wish to understand it. I feel the designer created a very strong, stable and unique piece of art by the small alterations in the thickness of certain lines and the steady color changes from curve to curve. The disappearing lines even give the picture depth by having certain lines in front of others.

Line image by Milton Glaser

This image is a poster print designed by Milton Glaser. He effectively uses line in this image to convey movement and adds interest to the piece. The different curves in the lines keep the eye moving across the print. By using line he shapes the image into a human form and brings personality to the piece.

Line Study

The designer of this piece uses a very simplistic and clean approach that conveys an industrial tone. At the same time the black lines in the foreground help to balance out the industrial tone with one that conveys an organic forward thinking attitude. All in all i would say this is a very successful design.

Line Study

This photograph uses line effectively by bringing forth what seems one moving, breathing, living, colorful line. This is camera toss photography. Participants set their shutter speed low and toss their cameras in the air near lights (neon lights, street lights, car lights), and images like this are made.

Line Study- Lauren Chaloupka

In this graphic, the use of mood is clearly established. The viewer feels happy and childish from the circular shapes and round edges. Also the curves give a feminine quality to it. I like the use of white space (or in this case, beige space) and how the graphic is centered in the middle but weighted to draw the eye toward the website's address.