Graphic design lecture

After the graphic design tutor came in to class to have a chat this morning, we had to write 
some notes about graphic design.

The tutor showed us the final pieces that her graphic design students have completed
The students' graphic design work was mounted onto white card as it looks clean and pristine.
Black card supposedly 'saps the life out of the work' according to the tutor! I don't agree with
her, I love all things dark! The tutor mentioned the fact that graphics work is clean compared
to art and design which can get very messy.
 
The students had made posters using drawings, computers and photoshop. They mounted
the work using a special type of glue. When the work is being stuck onto the card, the students
must make sure that there are no air bubbles and that it is measured to create a really neat and
tidy finish.
 
It is important to be clear about the unit title when explaining about the work as it explains
what the work is about.
 
Graphic design students can spend a minimum of £100 on a portfolio. It cost them £5 a
print.
 
The strengths of a portfolio are mark-making, drawing, sketchbook that looks good, pride
in your work, course attendance, etc. The weaknesses of a portfolio are white pages, no
annotation, no pride in work,etc.
 
Ideas sheets are important as they show how the work progresses from the beginning to the
final piece.