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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.
- Archive two and three-dimensional work on appropriate media.
- Select a portfolio format 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.
- Solve projects in a unique and creative manner.
- Produce content as an effective form of visual communication.
- Communicate issues of critical thinking skills via the creation of artworks and participation in the formal critique process.
Prerequisite: 28 credit hours in GRA discipline which includes; Drawing II (GRA 134), Typography (GRA 215) and Graphic Design I (GRA 230)
4 hours studio each week 3 credits