ART 347 - Advanced Topics in Studio Art:Book Arts

Institution:

St Mary's College of Maryland

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Description:

This course explores the art of the book. Emphasis is placed on the book as a communicative medium, the interrelationships between text and image, and the creation of sequence, narrative, and meaning through visual and textual means. Students will develop original content and design for book projects, and are encouraged to explore their own poetry, prose, artwork and other subject matter of interest. Students learn basic bookbinding, typography and layout skills, relief and intaglio printmaking, and digital imaging. Directed and selfproposed projects, critiques and discussion of traditional and contemporary art. Prerequisite: one of the following art studio courses: ART 100, Majors, Minors, Other Programs of Study, Course Descriptions 102, 105, 204, 206, 208, 210, 212 or consent of instructor. Previous experience with digital imaging is encouraged.

Credits:

4.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.smcm.edu

Phone Number:

(240) 895-2000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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