Assignment 1

Art 97 / Beginning Electronic Art

Scanner as Camera

The scanner makes an interesting image capture device. It has a shallow depth of field, bright light source, and captures motion in a unique manner. Create 2 flat-bed compositions, using the camera as a scanner.

Collect at least 5 objects for your composition. Different kinds of materials, textures and objects that have interesting shapes (and a flat face or side) will work well. Think about the juxtaposition of different objects, and how they will work together to create interesting resonances.

Guidelines

• Scan images separately. Be experimental, but handle the scanner with care! You can also try using a box for objects with relief.
• Composit the scans together in Photoshop, using the selection tools and layers. Skills: selection techniques, compositing, arranging and manipulating images.
• Create 2 digital compositions, all 8.5" x 11" at 300 dpi, Photoshop format. (I will guide you with scanning resolutions and file set up.)
• Document your process and your ideas on your Blog.
• Duration of project: 2.5 weeks