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Students explore the fundamental principles of,animation, creating convincing character through,motion involving timing, weight, physics, and body,mechanics. Research and observation of varied,characters to understand cultural influence and,relevance is required in consideration for,performance. Students must fully understand the,basics in order to create convincing animation in,any medium. This course prepares the foundation,for future animation projects.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites:
This course builds upon the Introduction to 3D,course, with more advanced projects in 3D,modeling, texturing, and setup. Students explore,the use of various techniques for using modeling,tools and workflows, explore hard and organic,surfaces, and plan for proper rigging. By the,completion of this course, students will have a,thorough understanding of how to prepare their,models for animation.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: DMA 217
In this course students create three,entertainment,sculptures, three to twelve inches in height,,commonly referred to as maquettes. A maquette is,a small sculpture of an animated character,intended to be used as a conceptual guide in the,creation of a final work. The ability to capture,and represent a character in sculpture has many,applications in the entertainment and toy,industry. Creation of these sculptures are,taught from concept drawings, through creation of,armatures on suitable presentation bases through,to the completion of the final sculptures, that,are created in polyform clay.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: Take DFN-132
In this course, interior architectural styles will,be explored. Design elements and styles will be,studied and student will execute drawings and,renderings of an architectural interior of their,own design expressing certain specific styling,guidelines. Final interior renderings will be,completed for each of the genres.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: DMA 360
This course is designed to support the Senior,Concept Studio 2 project. Students continue their,journey in advanced 2D and 3D techniques that,apply to their Senior Thesis. Finished,exploration in 3D articulation and methods along,with expanding painting, compositing and other 2D,techniques is the primary focus. While expanding,their technique and concepts, students will turn,focus on completing combined work to completion,for their thesis portfolio.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: DMA-457
In this course, students explore functional and,nonfunctional objects derived from the vessel,format. Experimental forming methods for sheet,metal are emphasized. Soldering and welding,techniques such as raising and shell-forming for,sheet metal are also presented.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: DME 144
Independent Study is available to students who are,at Junior or Senior level standing with a,cumulative grade point average of 3.00 or above.,The student may receive approval to work in an,area or on a project that is not otherwise offered,or addressed in the regular curriculum. An,Independent Study should include opportunities for,individual student voice and provide a space for,diverse perspectives. Students may receive credit,toward graduation for no more than 6 credit hours.,The student must submit to the chairperson of the,department in which they wish to study, an,Independent Study Proposal of 150 words (no less),of the student’s plan for study and her/his reason,for choosing to study independently. Once the,department chairperson provides approval and the,instructor for the Independent Study is,determined, the faculty member must write an,Independent Study Syllabus with education goals,,learning outcomes, meeting dates, course,expectations, timelines, and due dates. Art,Education candidates must pass DAE 490 with a,grade of ‘C’ (2.00) or higher to qualify for,certification.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: DME 140
This course introduces students to theories of,color use and the practical applications as it is,related to traditional and digital photography.,Through readings, lectures, and discussions the,history of color theory and color photography are,addressed, including subjective color, biases, and,equity in image-making. Assignments are based on,digital input, digital printing and traditional,RA-4 printing, to illustrate the principles of,color theory.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: DPH 151,DPH-155
The Special Project class is offered on an,occasional basis, with course content specific to,Photo majors.,
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,ADVANCED FASHION PHOTOGRAPHY,
,This course continues the development of the,commercial skills started in DPH-327 (Fashion and,Narrative). Through lectures, class shoots, studio,visits, and assignments, students will develop a,personal style and continue working with,professional make-up artists and models in the,studio and on location. Students will create mood,boards for shoots and find appropriate stylists,and models to implement the latest strategies in,creating fashion stories and spreads. The course,will culminate with the production of a folio of,moving images & photography, which demonstrate,commercial and self-directed outcomes.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: DPH 327
This course develops student’s understanding of,the innovation process by highlighting the value,of research/analysis and the importance of,organizing and presenting information.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: DPR 125, DPR 126