ART 112 - Introduction to Digital Arts KCC AA/DA

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Kapiolani Community College

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hours lecture/lab per week Recommended Preparation: Basic computer competency skills. ART 112 is an introduction to digital technology and its applications in the production of visual art. Emphasis will also be placed on developing an aesthetic criteria for evaluation. Upon successful completion of ART 112, the student should be able to: Demonstrate how digital graphics are used as a contemporary art tool through an examination of how digital graphics fits into the contemporary artist's environment. Use digital graphics to generate personal visual images. Use appropriate software based on industry application. Use the vocabulary and technological processes of digital graphics. Use several digital graphic systems, graphic software packages, and input/output devices. Work with vector and bitmap images. Use layers, channels and masks in the creation of digital art works. Apply the visual elements of line, shape, value, color, texture, space, time and motion as well as the design principles of balance, rhythm, emphasis, contrast, variation, and unity in the creation of digital art works. Examine basic animation principles. Demonstrate basic animation skills. Complete the creative problem-solving process from the preliminary planning stage and exploration through revisions to the final product. ART 113, 114, 115, and 116 are intended for potential Art majors, but are also open to other students. These courses are the building blocks for all of the 200 level studio courses.

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

kapiolani.hawaii.edu/page/home

Phone Number:

(808) 734-9000

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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