Monday, 14 October 2013

#9m7 #9n4 3D Characters Lesson 3



  • LO - To understand the difference between vector and bitmap graphics and appreciate when you should use them
  • LO2 - To develop your skills with vector software

  • Outcome you will have completed a vector based 2d net using appropriate software

  • Create a new post on your blog and paste these questions on to it
    • Q1 - What are vector graphics?
    • A1 - 
    • Q2 - What are bitmap graphics?
    • A2- 
    • Q3 - What are the advantages of vector graphics?
    • A3 - 
    • Q4 - What are the advantages of bitmap graphics?
    • A4 -
    • Q5 - What vector software is there?
    • A5 - 
    • Q6 - What bitmap software is there?
    • A6 - 

  • Write the answers to each question on your blog
  • Use this website to help you - Click Here


  • Task 1 - Download the nets
    • Download the 2 empty nets that you will need to create your hero and villain the computer by clicking here
    • Save them in your Sites folder --> DA203SPB --> Products --> 3D Characters

  • Task 2 - Create Your Hero
    • Open the net that you will be using for your Hero in Adobe Illustrator
    • Now try creating your villain design on the PC

  • Task 2 - Create Your Villain
    • Open the net that you will be using for your Villain in Adobe Illustrator
    • Now try creating your hero design on the PC


  • Click here to take the test and find out how much you have learnt about vector and bitmap graphics


  • Attend a clinic if you need to catch up on any work