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GRA 232 - Portfolio Seminar
This advanced-level course for graphic design majors covers the creation and selection of art work required in job college transfer and co-op interview situations. Course work includes lecture, studio activities, class critique and discussion. along with independent study.
Upon successful completion of this course, students should be able to:
- Select, critique and refine a body of personal artwork that represents a range of artistic abilities and media.
- Mount and present art work in a professional manner.
- Create a logical sequence for personal artwork presentation.
- Examine and select portfolio pieces appropriate for a specific interview.
- Photograph both two and three-dimensional work on color slide film or digital media.
- Select a portfolio format (digital, slide, original work) appropriate for a specific audience.
- Design and produce a self-promotional leave-behind.
- Write and design a resume or intention letter.
- Define and solve a design problem that exhibits integration of studio skills from several courses.
- Make a portfolio presentation to a small group outlining project objectives, methods and materials.
Prerequisite: 28 credit hours in GRA discipline which includes; Drawing II (GRA 134), Typography (GRA 215) and Graphic Design I (GRA 230)
CO-REQUISITES: Graphic Design II (GRA 231)
3 hours lecture each week 3 credits (16 weeks)