Students will learn fundamentals of the three basic programs used in the design field QuarkXPress, Photoshop and Illustrator. In-class introductions and assignments provide a basis for further exploration through individual projects in experimental typography, collage and illustration. A working knowledge of these programs garnered from this course will provide students with a foundation upon which to build additional computer skills. The objective of this course is to introduce students to the field of visual communications. In other words, the goal is the synthesis of the enduring principles of two-dimensional form with conceptual and expressive meaning.
Projects focus on type and image.
Continuing practice in the sketching process, acquisition of skill in the use of materials and development of good craftsmanship are also an important part of the course. FA 51 Building on the foundation of Graphic Design I, the goal of this course is to guide students through larger, more complex, multi-staged design projects. Design projects include application of typographic lessons and computer realization. This course is designed to introduce students to new media using computer programs such as Macromedia Dreamweaver and Macromedia Director. Creative design of home pages for the Internet and use of web sites will be a part of this course, which emphasizes conceptual thinking and creativity.