Under the supervision of the faculty member, the students assume complete responsibility for a concept, development of design solutions, production, printing, scheduling, client control, billing, etc. Experimental Book 4 Credits. Spring Encourages students to expand the standard visual structure of the book through workshops in experimental formats, integration of word and image, sequencing, and physical structure. Investigates the creation of eccentric and unusual bookforms. Often uses materials and techniques not usually associated with books, and provides access to the entire Center for Editions.
Emphasis is placed on the student's particular abilities and direction.
There are two field trips to collections that have outstanding examples of eccentric books. Offered when staffing permits This interdisciplinary course combines the ideas and skills inherent in visual arts and literature toward an integrated expression. Hands-on exercises in computer graphics, the art of the book, visual literature performance, visualization, and writing help to empower each student with a greater set of tools. Students are encouraged to form collaborative pairs for a final project. Acts on Campus 4 Credits.