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Survey of Western Art from 1300 to the Present

Survey of Western Art from 1300 to the Present

A History of Art and Architecture from the Prehistoric Era to the Present

A History of Art and Architecture from the Prehistoric Era to the Present

This course introduces a variety of basic layouts and formats, building technical and practical fluency in setting and working with type for both print and screen. This course further explores topics learned in COMD 1167 Type and Media, such as typeface selection and the use of the typographical grids. Problem-solving for most common typographical problems is discussed.

This course introduces a variety of basic layouts and formats, building technical and practical fluency in setting and working with type for both print and screen. This course further explores topics learned in COMD 1167 Type and Media, such as typeface selection and the use of the typographical grids. Problem-solving for most common typographical problems is discussed.

Principles of three-dimensional design. Course covers an analysis of form and space. Topics include: hollow forms both geometric and organic; architectonic organization of space; light and shadow; geometric solids; the modular unit; form and structure in nature; linear forms with membranes; movement. Applications to packaging, architecture, sculpture and environmental design and graphics. Materials and inherent properties governing their use in form and space.

Principles of three-dimensional design. Course covers an analysis of form and space. Topics include: hollow forms both geometric and organic; architectonic organization of space; light and shadow; geometric solids; the modular unit; form and structure in nature; linear forms with membranes; movement. Applications to packaging, architecture, sculpture and environmental design and graphics. Materials and inherent properties governing their use in form and space.

The role of the designer in the graphic communication process. In-depth exploration of identity programs. Design projects with multiple components, presentation and design practice, preparation of finished artwork using software such as InDesign, Illustrator and the Adobe Creative Suite.

The role of the designer in the graphic communication process. In-depth exploration of identity programs. Design projects with multiple components, presentation and design practice, preparation of finished artwork using software such as InDesign, Illustrator and the Adobe Creative Suite.