Incorporating Text into Graphics

The assignment was to incorporate a piece of text (haiku, part of a poem, song lyrics or quotation) and embed it into a graphic.  I really enjoy the natural landscape, sunrises and sunsets and decided to use one of the photos provided to us.  I choose this positive quotation from Anne Frank since it reminds us that there is so much beauty all around us and how amazing it is that she could feel this way in spite of her dire situation.  It is truly inspirational.


I did a few adjustments to the photo to sharpen the contrasts and bring out the shadows in the clouds. I thought that was representative of her situation.  In doing so it brought out more of the blue in the sky which complimented the text color.

While this is just a simple incorporation of text in a photo, I'm pleased with it.  In fact it looks like an inspirational poster or greeting card that you might find in the rack at the Hallmark store.  I hope you enjoy it and that it speaks a positive message of beauty and hope.

The second image assignment in the typography assignment was to complete the Chief Executive ad. Here's my final copy of that.