It is open to all students of the College of Fine Arts. The instruction focuses on using Adobe Photoshop and Fractal Painter to create two types of 2-D images, and on Strata Studio Pro to create three dimensional models with carefully considered lighting. Students may also explore animation using Strata Studio Pro. Non-Department of Theatre Arts students are encouraged to enroll. Macintosh computers in the DIL, Art 12.
Software is available cross-platform.
An introduction to computer software and hardware in relation to electronic manipulation of two-dimensional images in visual communication and personal expression. Studio projects focus on integrating visual design principles with the making of digital imagery. An exploratory course regarding the impacts of digital technology on the media. Tangentially, impacts of digital technology on the world in general will also be explored. The course uses existing UA computer labs for the 'hands on' elements of the class.