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GRA 122 - Two-Dimensional Design I
This introductory course for graphic design majors centers on the principles of two-dimensional design in black and white and grayscale. Line shape, space and value are explored as elements of visual language. Problem solving begins in the studio and continues through outside assignments. Analysis through individual and group critiques allows students to develop an analytical attitude and a clearer vision of design concepts.
Upon completion of this course, students should be able to:
- Use placement and orientation to create meaning and expressive content with a given format.
- Identify and define principles of gestalt and design.
- Rearrange elements to change the meaning and expressive content.
- Organize compositions using directional lines and basic geometric shapes to convey/change meaning.
- Apply the concept of positive and negative space to black and white designs.
- Manipulate figure/ground relationship to change meaning and expressive content.
- Employ a value scale in creating compositions.
- Work through from thumbnails or roughs (preparatory sketches) to presentation pieces.
- Demonstrate competence with tools and materials, both wet and dry.
- Use the library and resource material to research and enrich design ideas.
- Discuss and employ the contents of individual and group critiques to bring work to successful conclusion.
PREREQUISITES: None.
3 hours each week 3 credits