We do a lot of graphic design using technology, so while this one is a little low-tech, the principals still apply to the work students do on the iPad.
The City of Orlando is currently holding a contest to design a new flag. Each person ( no age limit ) may submit up to 3 flag designs ( with an accompanying short paragraph about it's symbollism ) any time before March 22nd. All entries will be judged based on the North American Vexillological Association’s 5 principles of good design
Here's a link for more information : www.cityoforlando.net/flag/
Here's a TED Talk video about flag design in general. It's a little long, but both interesting and entertaining. You can skip to the 2 minute mark if you'd like to cut off a bit of the ( non-important) introduction to begin.
The City of Orlando is currently holding a contest to design a new flag. Each person ( no age limit ) may submit up to 3 flag designs ( with an accompanying short paragraph about it's symbollism ) any time before March 22nd. All entries will be judged based on the North American Vexillological Association’s 5 principles of good design
- Keep it simple: The flag should be so simple that a child can draw it from memory.
- Use meaningful symbolism: The flag’s images, colors, or patterns should relate to what it symbolizes.
- Use 2-3 basic colors: Limit the number of colors on the flag to three, which contrast well and come from the standard color set.
- No lettering or seals: Never use writing of any kind or an organization’s seal.
- Be distinctive or be related: Avoid duplicating other flags, but use similarities to show connections.
Here's a link for more information : www.cityoforlando.net/flag/
Here's a TED Talk video about flag design in general. It's a little long, but both interesting and entertaining. You can skip to the 2 minute mark if you'd like to cut off a bit of the ( non-important) introduction to begin.