The Arts and Crafts Computer: Using Your Computer as an Artist's Tool

Janet Ashford

The Arts and Crafts Computer: Using Your Computer as an Artist's Tool
  • 出版商: Peachpit Press
  • 出版日期: 2001-09-08
  • 售價: $1,490
  • 貴賓價: 9.5 折 $1,416
  • 語言: 英文
  • 頁數: 144
  • 裝訂: Paperback
  • ISBN: 0201734826
  • ISBN-13: 9780201734829

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商品描述

The Arts and Crafts Computer shows you how to use your personal computer, scanner, digital camera and color printer as artist tools to create beautiful graphics and artful objects for your home, school and work. You'll learn how to:
  • Understand the basics of digital image-editing, typesetting and graphic design.
  • Gather the right tools, both digital and traditional.
  • Use the new inkjet printing media including cloth, decals, stickers, magnets, transparencies and more.
  • Work with art materials safely, avoid computer-related stress and find environmentally-friendly materials.
  • Create unique greeting cards and envelopes, artist books, games, toys, home decorations and gifts.
If you're a crafter looking for computer ideas or a designer or teacher looking for hands-on projects The Arts and Crafts Computer is for you!

Table of Contents

GETTING STARTED.

1. Gathering Art Supplies.
Drawing and Painting. Appreciating Paper. Using Adhesives. Basic Craft Tools.

2. Understanding Digital Tools.
Choosing a Computer. Understanding Bitmaps and PostScript. Choosing Software for Graphics. Understanding Resolution. Working with Scanners and Cameras. Using Personal Printers.

COMPUTER WORK.

3. Working with Digital Images.
Computer Drawing and Painting. Scanning Photos, Art and Objects. Basics of Image Editing. Altering and Enhancing Images. Combining Images.

4. Using Type and Design.
Basics of Computer Typography. Using Type as a Graphic Element. Basics of Computer Layout and Design. Creating a Business Identity. Designing Small Printed Pieces. Designing Packaging.

CRAFT WORK.

5. Designing Cards and Artist Books.
Creating Decorative Greeting Cards. Making and Using Envelopes. Accordion and Pamphlet Books. Bookbinding Methods. Decorating Ready-made Books.

6. Creating Games and Amusements.
Custom Board Games and Activities. Making Toys and Other Amusements. Creating Special Dolls. Costumes and Fantasies. Folded Paper Objects. Decorating Ready-Made Items.

7. Making Gifts and Decorations.
memorabilia for Family and Friends. Designing for Clothing and Fabric. Creating Home Crafts. Making Household Labels. Decorations for Parties and Holidays.

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