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 … Continue reading “DFN-121 3D DESIGN: MATERIAL & METHODS”
This course will familiarize students with the,basic construction and fabrication techniques of,design model construction. Through the completion,of a hand-held power tool model, students will be,introduced to the majority of tools, machines and,best practices needed to achieve successful models,and projects within the Model Shop. Special,emphasis is placed on a high level of,craftsmanship required in models for … Continue reading “DFN-132 PROCESS & MAKING”
An introduction to analog image-making that,investigates analog media and techniques from,gestures to contemporary interdisciplinary,processes. Students will problem-solve key,concepts through a series of individual and,collective projects that rethink drawing beyond,observation and perception, incorporating,research, chance, and experimentation. Credits: 3 Prerequisites:
Building on Image Concepts I, this course explores,still and moving digital images as a common,language and an artistic practice. Students will,build technical skills through a combination of,intuition, technical refinement, and collective,play while exploring narrative, documentary, and,experimental forms. Credits: 3 Prerequisites: DFN 135
This studio course introduces students to the,interrelated nature of 2D and 3D forms, concepts,,and materials, through a series of design,exercises that explores the sensory nature of,ideas from flat and geometric to physical and,tactile. Students work within an iterative,process to create multiple projects, organizing,visual elements in order to understand the role of,aesthetics, meaning, and craft through … Continue reading “DFN-137 2D & 3D INTEGRATED DESIGN STUDIO”
Through the introduction of the core principles of,time-based media, basic code, prototyping and user,experience, this studio implores students to,explore the concepts of time and interactivity and,its impact on the design and experience of their,work. Students work within an iterative process,to create multiple projects, organizing visual and,other sensory elements in order to understand,perceptual attributes and convey … Continue reading “DFN-138 4D DESIGN STUDIO”
Students will be introduced to the theory and,practice of color through observation,,experimentation, readings, screenings, discussion,,and creative projects. They will develop a,working color vocabulary considering sensory,experience, the psychology of color, personal,preference, as well as historical and symbolic,meanings of color. Students will also gain a,basic and practical understanding of mixing color,through traditional and non-traditional materials.,This class is … Continue reading “DFN-139 COLOR AND LIGHT STUDIES”
This introductory studio course provides students,the opportunity to develop skills in presentation,,storytelling, writing, and performance in a studio,practice context. Projects will broaden student’s,understanding of contemporary current events,,recontextualizing themes through their own voice,or personal lens. Students apply skills,,materials, and tools gained thus far in their,first-year experience to explore the narrative,development of ideas found in contemporary culture,that … Continue reading “DFN-142 PERFORMATIVE SPACES”
This course is designed specifically for,first-semester freshman who have not yet declared,a major at College for Creative Studies. It,focuses on concepts and methods that are,applicable to undergraduate majors across the,College and can be substituted for the first,semester studio of any program. This course,investigates creative practice from multiple,perspectives, using projects and in-class,activities to help students gain … Continue reading “DFN-150 DISCOVERING YOUR PRACTICE”
The Special Project class is offered on an,occasional basis, with course content specific to,the area(s) being explored.,, , Credits: 3 Prerequisites: