PHOT 110 - Foundations of Art& Design I

Institution:

Point Park University

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Description:

Understanding the Foundations of Art & Design is essential to art and design practices, critical thinking, and the comprehension and application of principles within visual art expression. This course entails hands-on creation while emphasizing creative and critical thinking, perception and observation, problem solving, visual analysis, as well as identifying vocabulary, theory, media, and the techniques of studio practice. Course Objectives 1) Interpret the critical perspectives of historical and theoretical contexts and approaches that inform contemporary art design practices, critical thinking and the analysis of visual culture. 2) Practice observational and perceptual approaches through a variety of drawing, painting, and three dimensional methods. 3) Consider structure to building, and underlying organizational principles, to realize ideas in multiple physical and conceptual dimensions. 4) Examine spatial and utilitarian dynamics of objects. 5) Experiment with tools used for creating images and manipulate the environment to participate in re-defining its original intended context. 6) Apply aesthetic and social possibilities to art and design practices to consider issues of site, community, and material culture.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.pointpark.edu

Phone Number:

(412) 391-4100

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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