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DFN-121 3D DESIGN: MATERIAL & METHODS

This course examines the language, role and,function of 3D design in art and culture. ,Students explore the language of 3D design in a,survey of art and design contexts such as fashion,,product design, architecture, contemporary art and,the natural world. Students will create a visual,archive of 3D visual form that demonstrates an,understanding of a basic visual grammar (such as,mass, volume, plane, edge, hard, soft,,transparency, opacity, etc.). The course takes,students through the process of research, design,,material investigation, and fabrication. ,Research, material experimentation, and,craftsmanship will be emphasized.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites:

PCS-013 SLIPCASTING

The emphasis of this course is on plaster-casting,techniques for making high-resolution molds. The,course also explores surface glazing, colored,clays and high-temperature reduction salt firings.,Students choose a form, which may be derived from,hard-edged industrial materials (i.e. machine,parts or commercial products) or organic items,from nature (i.e. vegetables, fruits, biomorphic,shapes) and produce their concept in multiples.,Works may range from sculptural assemblage to,functional pouring vessels, such as teapots.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites:

PCS-105 WHEEL THROWING,+

Learn to use the potter’s wheel as an expressive,tool! Traditional techniques and forms are,covered, such as teapots, plates, bowls and,covered containers. The aim is for students to,find their individual expression within the,context of tradition.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites:

PCS-119 DIGITAL TECHNIQUES

The introductory course in computer skills is a,requirement to complete the Foundation,curriculum.,Students explore the computer as a tool in,support,of artist/designer’s practice, including software,required for the college information system,and,creative digital imagery in both pixel and vector,based software. Students work with popular,software packages, appropriate for design, to,gain an understanding of the tools used to create,and manipulate digital imagery and to develop a,broad understanding of how and why the computer,is so prominent in image making today.

Credits: 3

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