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Imagination Makes Things Perfect, Donna Lee Rollins

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Non-Parametric Dominant Point Detection Algorithms, Kuo-Wei Huang

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Dominant point detection is one of the most important preprocessing steps for landmark-based shape recognition and point-based motion estimation. Two new methods for detecting dominant points are presented. Both methods do not require any input parameter and the dominant points obtained by these methods remain relatively the same even when the object curve is scaled or rotated.

In the first method, for each boundary point, a support region is assigned to the point based on its local properties. Each point is then smoothed by a Gaussian filter with a width proportional to its determined support region. A significance measure for …

Image Data Compression With Neural Networks, Jianjun Li

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Three efficient image coding schemes, based orb neural networks, have been developed in this thesis: (1) Neural network vector quantization (NNVQ). The main advantage of this new technology is that it can accomplish the complex encoding process much faster than the previous algorithms. Its properties are studied and demonstrated by simulations. (2) A adaptive NNVQ for image sequence coding. Simulation experiments have been carried out with 4 x 4 blocks of pixels from an image sequence consisting of 40 frames. At 0.67 bits/pixel, this scheme achieves good image quality suitable for videoconferencing systems; (3) Neural network prediction. This new prediction …

Menu Design: A Typographic History, Janice M. White

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Electronic Design And Publishing For Mexican Textile Exhibition, Maria Andrea Robledo Arcos

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This report is written to introduce Graphics Designers and Visual Communicators to the use of the Macintosh computer for design and print production processes. For this computer has changed not only the way traditional design is done, but in addition, has created new styles, new typesetting methods and typographical looks. Above all, it has modified the design and print production processes!

Study Of Marketing Techniques Involving Color And Texture Associations As Used In Book Publishing, Roxanne Mcclanahan

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Books can send messages to reach the subconscious levels of the reader's mind. These subconscious messages are learned associations from past experiences that use color and texture as means of expression. This perception is not with the eyes, but more with the observer's mind. Therefore, when the book buyer is browsing in a bookstore and the suggestion that one experiences from looking at the book does not match one's subconscious message, the book is quickly put down. The principal object of this study is the effect of color and texture used in cover design of books on the subconscious mind …

An Art Therapy Program For Women Who Are Chemically Dependent And/Or Victims Of Domestic Violence: A Training Manual, Mary H. Cook

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Women who are chemically dependent and/or victims of domestic violence have difficulty identifying and expressing feelings. One of the most important aspects of recovery is learning to feel again and to talk a bout feelings.

Art therapy is a form of psychotherapy in which the therapist utilizes visual expression as a means of communication. The most common traits of these clients are low self-esteem, depression, anger, and a sense of helplessness . By making the issues symbolic, art therapy facilitates communication and reduces confusion.

This study presents an overview of art therapy, and a training manual is included for therapists …

Office Technology : A Determinant In The Organization Of Spaces, Se Hun Kim

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Technological advances have initiated complexity in buildings and may also provide the means to manage it. Research in advanced technology development suggests new directions for development and application of advanced technologies to buildings.

The purpose of this research is to examine and develop an understanding of building related computer uses. This study is done by literature search and field survey. Through literature search the theoretical background is established. Through field survey practical guidelines are suggested.

Studies of social and physical organizational systems and building systems are surveyed, then computers and advanced technologies are introduced. This is to find out practical …

Masks: A Viable Option For The Modern Stage, L. Arlene Chapman

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It is the position of this paper that masks have a viable place on the stage today. As we look at the historical usage and at the present views of masks, we will see the mystical effect of masks has not changed. Although our technology has improved, masks still create a mystical illusion for the audience and for the actor. Learning of the many techniques and approaches to mask-making has been a delightful experience. I must thank Niki Juncker for the many times she has cleared my muddled thinking. Without her guidance I am sure this project would not have …

A Marketing Plan For A Publication For The Arts In Rochester, Carmen Indorato

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Stories, Phil Harris

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Design Facility Utilizing Vdts, Glenn E. Enderby

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Rheumatoid Arthritis: An Overview, Angela Delaura

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Photomontage: The Art Of Persuasion, Jessica Loy

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The purpose of my thesis is to study the photomontage medium and its contribution to graphic design. I will begin with an academic research project which will concentrate on the specific use of photomontage by designers of the avant-garde period through the 1940s. This research will be completed by a written paper.

Experimental Graphic Design, George C. Wenzel

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A Corporate Identity Package For The Technical Association Of The Graphic Arts: A Methodological Approach, Charles G. Kuhn

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The design problem concerning my thesis proposal was rather simple and clear-cut, the solution was certainly going to be more complex. the challenge for me was to create and develop a new organization identity for the Technical Association of the Graphics Arts (TAGA), an organization concerned and dedicated to the science and technology of the graphic arts. The original identity of TAGA lacked visual excitement, vitality and, above all, a cohesive and consistent appearance as it was used on printed applications. It also lacked a mark or symbol appropriate for an organization dealing in the field of graphic arts research …

A Demonstration Of The Genigraphics: An Interactive Videodisk For Computer Graphics, Ruth Cohen

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Multi-Image Animation: "Super Hero", Jeannette M. Achurra

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False Illusions: Animals, Nature And Consumerism, Jo-Anne Landriaux

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The Kingdom, The Power, And The Glory, Craig Varjabedian

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An Investigation Of The Affects Of Typefaces Upon Reader's Perception Of The Meanings Of Messages Using The Semantic Differential Testing Technique, Veronica M. Hofman

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This thesis is directed to the area of typography and the affects certain typefaces have on a reader's perception of the message of a text. There have been both empirical and non-empirical studies done that show evidence that connotations and feelings have been associated with typefaces. The intent of this study was to determine the feelings associated with a particular group of typefaces by relating each face to a list of adjective pairs and comparing the results with the content of books which incorporated the face on their jackets. This was to determine whether the content of a book and …

Multiple-Screen Panning System, Abdo Fathy Youssef

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There is a need to provide graphics capabilities for the objective of "Group Graphics". This is the ability of a group of humans to work collaboratively on the same diagram. It is the intent of this project to provide some of the fundamental software tools to allow a group of individuals to deal with a "mosaic" form of graphics made up of many separate screens that can be panned and conceptually edited by each individual who is working on portions of the overall document.

Simple tools are provided for the creation of graphics screens as well as saveing and retrieving …

History And Criticism Of Photographically Illustrated Children's Books, Debora J. Bork

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Photographic Work 1986-87, Peter Ainsworth Carter

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Visual Organizational Systems For The Graphic Designer, Michael P. Agoston

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Master Of Fine Arts Degree Programs Marketing And Communication Programs, Araya Srikanlayanabuth

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The purpose of this thesis will be an attempt to solve a graphic design problem which will be an effort to produce a creative marketing and communication program. In this demonstration project, I intend to develop a set of publications to promote the Master of Fine Arts Degree Programs at the College of Fine and Applied Arts, Rochester Institute of Technology.

Educational/Informational Posters On Graphic Design, Sister Mary Kay Neff S.C.

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I intended to design a series of orientation posters to be used as educational/informational aids in the study of graphic design. These posters might deal with the following topics: -introduction to graphic design -tools of graphic design -history of graphic design -organizational and perceptual principles -typography -image formulation -applications of graphic design

The Corporate Identity Process: Development & Application, Lisa Grande

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Frame Design, Bonnie House

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The Computer As A Tool In The Ethical Development Of Primary School Children, Nancy B. Landau

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When I first thought about my thesis topic at the end of last year, I had a very different concept from what eventually developed into this project. My original intention, that of using the computer as an educational tool in the ethical and social development of primary school children, has remained the same. The changes occurred in my methods of achieving this intention. My rationale for promoting the computer as an educational resource is manifold. For example, the world that these children will be entering as adults will be entirely computerized and automated. This next generation must have more than …