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  • 3.00 Credits

    This course offers the student a chance to study many of the important theories behind image production and its effectiveness. The class will survey the work of several significant photographers, filmmakers, and television artists. There is an emphasis on the formal elements of the still and moving images and their psychological and aesthetic effects. Students will have the chance to discuss the history and development of visual image production spanning from the pre-technological era to the present, with a view toward understanding the universal nature of the need for visual and conceptual expression among all mediums. Prerequisite- Corequisite Prerequisite: ENG 110 College Writing I.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Students will gain practical experience as to the theory behind and application of commercial photography and illustration. Projects will be relative to today’s marketing and societal needs. Lighting and composition will be heavily stressed. Photographic format will be slide film. Lab cost to student approximately $135 for supplies and processing. Must have camera. Prerequisite- Corequisite Prerequisite: ART 112 Beginning Photography or ART 212 Intermediate Photography, or by portfolio acceptance by instructor.
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course offers the student an introduction to the craft of filmmaking and motion picture production. Within the course the student will receive a hands-on approach to the principles of cinematography, including formats, film stocks, lighting, and camera operation. Topics covered will include production techniques involved in single-system filmmaking, basic editing, screening techniques, and shooting film for video transfer and post-production. Prerequisite- Corequisite Prerequisite: ART 112 Beginning Photography or equivalent.
  • 3.00 Credits

    In this advanced level course students will use prior knowledge gained in other courses in order to further their understanding of video production. Students will gain an advanced understanding of techniques such as camera operation, shooting, lighting and sound recording as well as an understanding of various post-production work. Prerequisite- Corequisite Prerequisite: COM 130 Introduction to Video Theory and Production.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Students will be introduced to the art of filmmaking using inexpensive Digital Video as the medium. Each student will write, shoot, and edit a series of short productions using the school’s digital cameras and editing equipment. While the primary emphasis is on telling a story visually, the students will also learn basic cinematography, lighting, editing and sound recording. Prerequisite- Corequisite Prerequisite: COM 130 Introduction to Video Theory and Production
  • 3.00 Credits

    Systems of precise exposure and processing control. Advanced black and white darkroom techniques. Introduction to color theory, processes and printing. Functional portfolio development. Introduction to digital electronic imaging. (Students can sign-out cameras and other supplies from the Communications Department thus reducing the overall costs for photo supplies). Prerequisite- Corequisite Prerequisite: ART 112 Beginning Photography or by portfolio acceptance and permission of instructor.
  • 3.00 Credits

    This concentrated, advanced-level course examines digital filmmaking as a cinematic form of visual storytelling for the 21st Century. Students will be introduced to the art of filmmaking using inexpensive Digital Video as the medium. Each student will write, shoot, and edit a high production value short film using the school’s digital cameras and editing equipment. The primary emphasis is telling a story visually by producing, directing, and supervising cinematography, lighting, grip, editing, and sound recording. Also, students will learn all of the basic positions and responsibilities on a professional independent film set. Prior experience in visual production or photography is helpful but not required. Prerequisite- Corequisite Prerequisites: COM 130 Introduction to Video Theory and Production or COM 205 Introduction to Filmmaking.
  • 3.00 Credits

    This advanced level course offers the student further instruction in the art of digial filmmaking. Students will experience industry standard production techniques using various filming equipment. This course of study will allow the student to concentrate on topics such as: lighting, pre- and post-production practices, grip, sound and editing methods, as well as shot layout, blocking, directing and cinematography. Prerequisite- Corequisite Prerequisites: COM 215 Intermediate Filmmaking, COM 130 Introduction to Video Theory and Production, or COM 205 Introduction to Filmmaking.
  • 3.00 Credits

    A continuation of Visual Communication theory that students were introduced to during ART 125/COM 124. Through more advanced visual design problems, students will develop their conceptual problem-solving skills relative to applied arts fields such as advertising and editorial design, animation, gaming, and web design. Advanced digital imagery techniques will be introduced using Photoshop CS2, in addition to page layout theory using QuarkXPress. Prerequisite- Corequisite Prerequisites: ART 125/COM 124 Introduction to Computer Graphics, ART 115 Beginning Drawing.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Animation I introduces the student to the beginning concepts of classical animation. The focus is the investigation of two-dimensional animation using the program of Macro-media Director MX. Topics covered are writing for animation and history of animation, in addition to basic animation concepts such as character development, storyboarding, audio/music timing and screening. Prerequisite- Corequisite Prerequisite: Art 105 Two-Dimensional Design, Art 107 Color Theory, Art 115 Beginning Drawing, Art 125 Intro to Graphics, Art 225 Illustration or ART 217 Advanced Drawing.
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