The class evolves through five scaffolded assignments. It culminates in a final synthesis project that includes work from the entire semester.

Project 1: Image

Introduce: Form, figure-ground, focal point, proportion, and culture awareness of form.

Objective: Manipulate one form to create two dynamic shapes

Process: Working within a 6 x 6-inch square, create compositions using a single letterform. Examine the forms and counterforms of the letter.
lsolate just enough of each letter to hint at its identity. Strike a balance between positive and negative space. Letterforms can be from any culture, student will explain the letterform’s context.

Project 2: Image/Text

Introduce: Combine two forms to provide context, introduce scale and proportion

Objective: Working with two forms, create an image with context.

Process: Create a graphic image of an object. Combine it with a letter that represents it to create one cohesive mark. Create a negative version.

Project 3: Design Research Poster

Introduce: Research, write and present a report on the designer that you have chosen. Design a poster that visually represents this context.

Objective: Working with a grid, integrating proportion, hierarch, color through context.

Process: Apply principles in a practical applicationProcess (step by step)

Project 4: Motion

Introduce: Choose an element from the poster that can be manipulated to provide more context.

Objective: Form progression, use movement to activate one aspect of the poster

Process: Thumbnails to show a progression of motion. Create a gif using photoshop

Project 5: Process book

Introduce: Synthesis

Objective: Document your semester, showing process and conclusions

Process: Create a grid and organize content. Display the semester process and completed forms.

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