Class summary for 3/1

In class, we used Fallon's images to go through the process of putting your grid project together (thanks Fallon). We are going to use Pixlr.com for all the editing. A quick recap:
-The largest file that Pixlr supports is 3500 x 3500 pixels. Start with an image that big for your canvas.
-Edit the files using Levels. Set the white point and black point to where the data begins. Move the middle slider to obtain a pleasing mid tone.
-Crop the images down. To get a perfect square, you have to hold down the Shift key as you drag one of the corner handles. You can then re-position the area to be cropped. Hit Enter/Return to apply the crop.
-Re-size the images to 812 x 812 pixels. This will result in all 16 images fitting on the large grid image with 1/4" space for borders and between the images.
 -Once the individual image is cleaned up, copy and paste the images into the large grid image. Cmd + A to select all, Cmd + C to copy, Cmd + V to paste.
-Move the images into position. Unfortunately, Pixlr doesn't have a provision to create a grid for positioning, so you will have to create a shim of the appropriate size to use as a guide for positioning.
-Create a shim of 51 x 900 pixels. Since we are using a resolution of 203 for our images at 17.25 x 17.25, 51 pixels would results in a .25" shim. Create one for vertical and one for horizontals.
-Use the shims to position each image, then move the shims to position the next image.
-Save your file as the native Pixlr format which is PXD.
We will add to this workflow on Wednesday.
No excuses, you need to have your 16 images cleaned up by Wednesday or you will receive a 0 for the whole project.