PR 305 - Pixels to Ink:Sampled Imagery in Printmaking

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Maine College of Art

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This course explores techniques for bringing photographic and digital imagery into traditional printmaking media. It first focuses on technical demonstrations and understanding the mechanics of Photoshop as it relates to printmaking media such as silkscreen and photointaglio. Through directed readings and projects on contemporary print, students assess the relative advantages and disadvantages of hand printing vs. digital output as applied to specific projects and ideas. Elective: 3 credits/semester; 6 hours/week. Prerequisites: NM 101 or equivalent digital imaging experience, PR 100, or any 200 level print elective, Required course for Junior print majors

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.meca.edu

Phone Number:

(207) 775-3052

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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