icon design is a complex activity that involves the merging of the representational and the stylized. this project details a focused methodology in creating an icon with a single continuous line. this line fluidly describes the object silhouette as well as possible interior features, details, and surfaces. the methodology guides the student through a design process with optimal opportunities for both creativity and success.

table of contents
project description
project goals and objectives
essential skills
project books, materials, tools, software
project elements & assessment
assessment elements
selecting the subject
determining the creature essence
selecting the pose
visual research & creating a template
continuous line drawing tracing drawing
critique of drawing
student work results
alligator
butterfly
cat
cow
dragonfly
eagle
elephant
flamingo
giraffe
goldfish
gorilla
greyhound
kangaroo
monkey
shark

hand-graphic materials & tools:
tracing paper, 8.5” x 11”
pencils & eraser
wire, gauge and length is dependent on project solution
wire cutter
needle nose pliers
wooden base, approximately 3” x 6”
drill & bits or hammer & nails
access to photocopier
optional - set of french curves, triangles & t-square

computer-graphic tools & software:
• computer with internet connection
• portable file storage disk or drive
• scanner & scanning software
• digital manipulation software
• vector drawing software
• printer
• digital camera