C) When is digital manipulation not acceptable?

It's unacceptable when cyber companies make kiddy pron (blogger won't allow the real word) by manipulating images of young girls into children. I'm sure there are many instances where digital manipulation would be frowned on, like subliminal messaging, propaganda, etc.

B) When is digital manipulation acceptable?

Digital manipulation is acceptable for in many instances,
especially for photo restorations and and restoring hostorical or ancient paintings. It's also very useful in the creation of marketing and promotion pieces for business purposes.

Is it easy to tell when an image has been digitally enhanced? What are some clues?

I wouldn't necessarily say it's easy or challenging to decipher a digitally enchanced image. It really depends on the software you are using to test if an image has been digitally enchanced or of things are noticeably out of place. For example a woman's face on a man. Though that might not too far stretched in this day and age, but you get the jest of it.

Some clues that you can look for are:

1. Does the scenery exist?
2. Are all elements of the image in proportion?
3. Do colors match and look like they are in place?
4. Is what you're looking at possible?
5. Do you really think that's what Jennifer Aniston looks like naked? LoL.

What is the purpose of graphic design?

The purpose of graphic design and visual communications is to make it as quick and easy as possible for people to receive and present information. It is especially important for business today because it is a a form of non-intrusive communication to clients.

What is graphic design?

Graphic design is a form of visual artistic presentation by the use of lines and objects.

Reason for taking this class...

I need two crdits to get my diploma and I don't have much time to invest into homework so my guidance counsellor recommended this class, because I'm good with computers and the internet. I didn't come into the class hoping to learning anything specific, but surprisingly I've actually learned quite a bit already. Our first project was on Anim8or and it was quite intriguing how such a small program can create dynamic and detailed 3D renders.

My First Day of Blogging

I'm hoping for an Epiphany as I sit here wondering what the purpose of blogging realy is. Blogging is a benefinal way to share your thoughs on interesting subjects, meet new people and get into heated debates.. I like to keep things short and sweet. Okay get your mind out of the gutter now, not everything ;)