ART 284 - Typography and Letterform: The Design of Language

Institution:

Washington University in St Louis

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Description:

This class examines and utilizes the letter form as visual image, as symbol, and in its conventional role as language. Students investigate the ubiquitous presence of the typographic form in our visual landscape and learn to use it as a compositional tool. They question the boundary between 'reading' language and 'reading' image by looking at historical examples and through their own studio practice. A variety of media and processes is explored.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.wustl.edu

Phone Number:

(314) 935-5000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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