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3.00 Credits
A studio course designed to examine basic vocabulary and drawing skills and concepts in the study of the human form. Using a wide range of drawing media, students work primarily from anatomical drawings and observation of the nude model to gain proficiency with gesture strategies, contour drawing, sighting and measuring, light in relation to planar relationships, and tonal structure of composition. Students develop an understanding of abstraction in relation to figure/ground, scale, positive & negative space, proportion, volume in relationship to light, compositional issues and pictorial unity. There is an emphasis on writing and communication skills for mastery of basic vocabulary, and process of evaluation and critique. Prerequisite: Drawing I (VMA104).
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1.00 Credits
This course is required for all Visual & Media Arts students. Students will prepare, review and present a visual portfolio that best reflects the skills, knowledge and level of achievement in their program area. Additionally they will prepare a resume and identify interview skills. Emphasis is on developing a cohesive presentation format of projects reflecting various skills.
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3.00 Credits
This course emphasizes developing students' personal sense of aesthetics and increasing their awareness of the painting process. Students choose to work in either acrylic or oil paint while exploring color theory, composition, value, and paint application. Class time includes one-onone instruction and group critiques. Prerequisite: Painting I (VMA122) or permission of instructor.
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3.00 Credits
Focusing on developing one's personal sense of aesthetics and style, this course explores various techniques used in watercolor. The course places emphasis on creating cohesive, wellcomposed paintings, while it develops an understanding of the elusive properties of spontaneity and transparency as they relate to the medium of watercolor paint. Prerequisite: Watercolor I (VMA123) or permission of instructor.
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3.00 Credits
A continuation of Printmaking I (VMA124), this course further develops the techniques of drypoint, engraving, woodcut, and monotype while focusing on thematic development and content. The course explores the more complex methods of color printing. It encourages experimentation in a self-motivated workshop environment. Class time includes one-on-one instruction and group critiques. Prerequisite: Printmaking I (VMA124) or permission of instructor.
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3.00 Credits
This course explores the use of the computer as a design tool. Instruction emphasizes the mastery of fundamental computer functions and software operations. It prepares graphic design students in computer software and technology used in graphic design. Students explore the creative potential, solve design and layout problems, and exhibit an understanding of the professional requirements of document preparation and production. The course uses Adobe InDesign and Adobe Illustrator software. Prerequisite: Introduction to Desktop Publishing (VMA131).
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3.00 Credits
This course covers examination and interpretation of the elements and principles of design as applied to the practice of graphic design and visual communication. It emphasizes the design process from visualization to production. Students solve design problems with creative solutions that reflect knowledge of basic design. Students use the computer as a tool in facilitating the creative process. Prerequisites: Typography (VMA132) and Introduction to Desktop Publishing (VMA131).
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3.00 Credits
This course covers a continuation of the examination and interpretation of the elements and principles of design as applied to the practice of graphic design and visual communication from visualization to production techniques. Students use the computer to create portfolio pieces for use in their future job search or in applications to four-year institutions. The course uses Microsoft Word, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Photoshop software. Prerequisite: Design Communication I (VMA232).
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3.00 Credits
This advanced course for graphic arts students covers the design, layout, and format of books. Students design a book with images that is the culmination of all they have learned. This book is included in their portfolio. The course is required of all graphic arts students and is offered spring semester only. Prerequisite: Design Communication I (VMA232) or approval of department chairperson.
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3.00 Credits
This course focuses on development of the skills and concepts necessary for digital video production. Students learn the advanced use of the HDV digital camcorder microphones, the field audio mixer and lighting techniques. The course uses images and materials acquired in the course in its co-requisite class, Video Post Production (VMA242), in order to complete a final project counting for both courses. Topics covered include fiction and non-fiction production techniques, including research, script development and interviewing. Discussion of theoretical issues in applied media aesthetics will be an integral and essential part of the class. Prerequisite: Elements of Video Production (VMA141) or permission of instructor. Co-requisite: Video Post Production (VMA242).
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