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3.00 Credits
Focused on medium-scale buildings with varying degrees of contextual complexity, this studio emphasizes the understanding of design as an analytical process that extends from programmatic analysis to formal development of design ideas, to their translation into functional environments that house specific organizational structures. Assignments emphasize the understanding and expressive use of materials and structure in conjunction with environmental and aesthetic considerations. Open to non-majors with permission.
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In today's diverse consumer market, illustration exists through many forms of expression, breaking with traditional roles of the illustrator. The role and definition of the practice of illustration has expanded to new hybrids of creative activity. Through a variety of projects, students will explore the translation, production, and distribution of their visual ideas. Through the integration of type and image, students gain an opportunity to discover new possibilities for illustrated visual expression. Prerequisite: DE 202 or 204 - priority given to Visual Communication Juniors. Open to non-majors with permission.
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The objective of this class is to familiarize the student with the influence and impact of design in our global marketplace and social community. Students focus on creating packaging identity with a "global design consciousness"that is environmentally responsive and user-friendly in its attempt to improve our general livelihood. Students examine the question of how cultural identity and influences can, or should, contribute to product identity, function, and social development in the product marketplace. Through in-depth research and stategy development, students explore content, materials, and product lifecycle to develop design solutions that enhance the marketplace. Prerequisite: DE 202 or 204 - priority given to Visual Communication Juniors. Open to non-majors with permission.
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3.00 Credits
Effective information design is essential with the increasing amount of critical data that has the potential to influence decision making. Designers play a critical role as visual translators in clarifying complex data, organizing information and processes, and developing aesthetic systems. Students analyze the relationships of information and visual interpretation applied to local and international topics. Effective communication of complex information is the goal.
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3.00 Credits
With a focus on visual storytelling, this production- geared course allows students to utilize learned motion design skills, while continuing to develop print, process, workflow, and conceptual approaches to project design. Through a series of film screenings, students continue to practice analytical skills with the use of deconstruction, symbolic/psychological interpretation, and critical evaluation. A concurrent series of motion production assignments, including short-film production and client-based projects, will utilize storytelling and conceptual skills, while developing strengths in presentation and packaging design. Prerequisite: DE 202 or 204
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3.00 Credits
This course is designed to further explore and develop the drawing and painting skills of the individual utilizing a series of assignments that challenge, inform, and support growth of visual, conceptual, and technical abilities. Starting with several unique drawing assignments having varied subject matter and media approaches, students will progress to a group of painting problems that stress concept, approach, and the use of appropriate media and supports. Open to non-majors with permission.
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3.00 Credits
Design for Social Change will investigate alternative roles for graphic design through creative ideation of design concepts and strategies that have the potential to initiate and support positive change. Students will have the opportunity to respond to contemporary social concerns in the subject matter of their projects, and are encouraged to address topics of personal concern. There is a strong emphasis on critical thinking, research, analysis, creative visual strategies, and unique and thought-provoking solutions. Prerequisite: DE 202 or 204 - priority given to Visual Communication Juniors. Open to non-majors with permission.
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3.00 Credits
This course examines and builds on the basics of creating comic art covered in DE 264, including drawing and design, storytelling, and choreographing narratives. This is primarily a studio class and includes color, variations in page and book design, life drawing, examination of contemporary and historical comics and cartoonists, and workshops with other professional cartoonists. Students create a final independent project, and will be encouraged to submit their work to publications. Prerequisite: DE 264 or permission
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3.00 Credits
This class examines design within our environment by addressing wayfinding and exhibit design. Designers use text, materials, colors, objects, movement, and graphics to help people navigate and investigate spaces; to provide safety information; or to support sharing of information. Projects will challenge students to analyze the use of an environment, and develop designs to enhance or change the users' perception. Open to non-majors with permission.
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3.00 Credits
A selection of story material is furnished. You may use your own writing if in usable form before class starts (not a writing class). Goal is halfscale dummy and four sequential camera-ready double pages. Published examples will be onhand to discuss and study. Open to all majors.
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