Digital
Mock Up
I put together a rough mock-up of the research book using the chosen neon pink stock as the cover. I tested the elasticated binding technique which was okay, but the band i was using was too small for the purpose. I also tested the overlapped half front cover and the inside pages, to check any layout or type issues...
I printed black and white onto the neon stock and the look was brilliant, - just what i wanted. However as i was using the black toner ink, it didn't really take on the waxy surface of the neon stock and also got jammed slightly in the printer because the stock is fairly thin. I will have to try printing though a laserjet printer instead of toner and also mount the stock for a thicker result that the printer will be happy with. I will speak to james about how i can get around this...
You can view more images of the mock up here via scribd...
Crit Feedback
From todays session, on the whole I got good comments about the work with a couple pieces of constructive criticism too, which is good to see! Mainly people was liking the neon colour as it was eye-catching and backed up by a solid concept and research. The quantity of research was appreciated as well the consistent, clean layout.
Good Feedback
- Thorough Research
- Like the binding technique (elastic band)
- The booklet is solid on it's own. doesn't need the black sleeve
- Nice clean, easy readable layout with in depth but relevant research.
- Size of Layout and cover is appropriate
- Binding method is interesting
- Like the concept. Booklet looks visually effective and appealing
- Neon pink works very well. Eye-grabbing
- Noice
- Thorough Research - colour suits context
- Great, Vibrant Cover (x3)
- Looks interesting and colour suits context and content. Eye-catching and vibrant which is very intriguing.
- Colour is eye catching. contrast of subject. uplifting. nice juxtaposition.
- Colour will grab attention and research is presented in a clean readable grid.
- Successful format and consistant layout throughout.
Constructive Criticism
- Cover works really well, eye catching, but could link to film more.
- Check out HP's movie guide. similar layout, cool grid structure.
My Comments
Im pretty pleased with these comments, on the whole good. The colour got a lot of praise so this is good to know that it is something i can move forward with. as for the colour linking to film, i have backed up the reasoning for this choice through visual research, so I don't really think this is a problem.
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