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Publishing Design: Final Compilation & Reflection

23.04.2024 - 23.07.2024 (Week 1 - Week 14)

Sorcha Griselda / 0353056 

Publishing Design / Bachelor of Design in Creative Media / Taylor's University

Final Compilation & Reflection

INSTRUCTIONS
FINAL SUBMISSIONS
Task 1: Exercises | Week 1 - Week 7 (23.04.2024 - 04.06.2024)

Exercise 01 | Text Formatting
Fig 1.1 Text Formatting | PDF
Exercise 02 | Mock-up Making
Fig 1.2 Book Size Exploration | JPEG
Fig 1.3 Stapler Binding | JPEG

Exercise 03 | Signature Folding Systems (8+8=16)
Fig 1.4 Folded Systems with Labels | Front View
Fig 1.5 Folded Systems with Labels | Inside View
Exercise 04 | Classical Grid Structure
Fig 1.6 Different Grid Structure | JPEG

Fig 1.7 Van de Graaf with Sample Text #1 | JPEG

Fig 1.8 Van de Graaf with Sample Text #2 | JPEG

Exercise 05 | Determining Grids

Fig 1.9 Determining Grids | PDF

Task 2: Content Generation | Week 1 - Week 5 (23.04.2024 - 21.05.2024)
Fig 2.1 Text Formatting | PDF

Visual Illustrations
 
Fig 2.2 Visual 01 | JPEG
 
Fig 2.3 Visual 02 | JPEG
 
Fig 2.4 Visual 03 | JPEG
 
Fig 2.5 Visual 04 | JPEG
 
Fig 2.6 Visual 05 | JPEG
 
Fig 2.7 Visual 06 | JPEG
 
Fig 2.8 Visual 07 | JPEG
 
Fig 2.9 Visual 08 | JPEG
 
Fig 2.10 Visual 09 | JPEG
 
Fig 2.11 Visual 10 | JPEG
 
Fig 2.12 Visual 11 | JPEG
 
Fig 2.13 Visual 12 | JPEG
 
Fig 2.14 Visual 13 | JPEG
 
Fig 2.15 Visual 14 | JPEG
Fig 2.16 Visual Compilation | PDF

Task 3: Book | Week 4 - Week 8 (14.05.2024 - 11.06.2024)

Final Spreads
Fig 3.1 Final Spreads | PDF

Mockup Printout
 
Fig 3.2 Printed Book Cover (Front)
 
Fig 3.3 Printed Book Content #1
 
Fig 3.4 Printed Book Content #2
 
Fig 3.5 Printed Book Content #3
 
Fig 3.7 Printed Book Cover (Back)

FlipHTML
Fig 3.8 FlipHTML

Task 3(B): Ebook | (Week 9 - Week 13) 18.06.2024 - 16.07.2024

Complete Thumbnail Layouts
Fig 3.9 Final Thumbnails | PDF
Final Brand Guideline

Fig 3.10 Matchacha Brand Guideline | PDF (Interactive)






























Fig 3.11 - Fig 3.41Matchacha Brand Guideline | JPEG
REFLECTION
Experience
Overall, I would say this class has been a really good experience. The creative freedom we were given with the book tasks allowed me to revisit and apply the knowledge I gained during the Typography modules in Semester 01 and 02. Initially, I felt a bit lost at the start of the semester because the holiday break made me forget much of what I had learned. However, this module gave me the opportunity to step back, recall my previous learning, and create work that I am proud of. Additionally, the support I received, especially from Mr. Hijjaz, has been a great help for this module. He answered my questions and helped me overcome creative blocks, making the process smoother and more enjoyable.

Observation
I believe that the best way to learn how to create interesting layouts is through observation. Before this semester, I had no idea what Publishing Design would involve. I expected it to be about standard book or newspaper design, but I was pleasantly surprised to discover it's much more than that. There are endless possibilities within the given dimensions. Initially, I struggled with trying to create more edgy designs since I had always been playing it safe and create something around my comfort zone. However, after looking through Pinterest and Behance, I learned to step out of my comfort zone, which was a necessary and valuable lesson.

Findings
During this module, I discovered the various ways layouts can be created. Even with a simple grid system, the possibilities are endless. Initially, I was skeptical about how to continuously vary the styles I committed to, but Mr. Hijjaz's Form & Movement exercise was incredibly helpful whenever I felt stuck. This exercise was especially useful while I was working on the Brand Guideline, as my layout heavily relied on using columns to make the most of the available space.
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