This course focuses on the craft of writing short,fiction and poetry. In-class readings and,writing exercises, along with peer group,workshops, will allow students to learn about the,process in a supportive environment. This class,is designed to benefit writers at various stages,of development. Credits: 0 Prerequisites:
Learn the basics of using this page layout,software with tools to inspire your creativity,and simplify elaborate design tasks. This course,introduces the interface and palettes of InDesign, setting up a new document, and how to use,many of the tools, such as line tools and frame,tools, adding text and graphics, formatting,,editing, applying color, importing from PhotoShop,or Illustrator, … Continue reading “AGRC-296 LAYOUT & DESIGN: ADOBE INDESIGN”
In this course students discover how research,,design, and critique inform the creative process.,Throughout the semester students learn and apply,research strategies that advance design and,foster critical thinking that impacts,professional growth within their creative,projects. Through assigned readings,,presentations, individual research projects,,class discussion and critique students explore,historic precedent, and examine innovative,contemporary ideas relevant to design and the,production of successful … Continue reading “DCR-240 MATERIAL RESEARCH METHODS”
This in-depth historical study examines the,development of textiles and the events relating,to their influence. Beginning with the Han,Dynasty in China, moving to Byzantium, and then,to the nineteenth century Industrial Revolution;,this course tracks the exchange of color, motif,,and fibers through trade. Also reviewed are,textiles of India, the Near East, Egypt, Northern,Africa, and Europe. Extensive reading and,research … Continue reading “DCR-248 HISTORY OF TEXTILES”
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 … Continue reading “DPL-490 INDEPENDENT STUDY”
This course is a continuation of Perspective. It,covers advanced uses of mechanical and freehand,perspective such as plan projection, drawing,,orthographic drawing and curvilinear perspective,as it is applied in the field of Entertainment and,Traditional Illustration. Projects are given that,utilize this information and contribute to the,creation of environments that have a sense of,spatial dimension based on linear and … Continue reading “DIL-258 CREATIVE PERSPECTIVE”
In this course, students develop the ability to,work with digital tools and concepts. There is an,initial emphasis on sketching and shading using,the Wacom tablet. Radiative color theory is,explored and students are introduced to website,construction, allowing them to use earlier work,which is imported using digital cameras and,scanners. Current industry applications are,utilized. Credits: 3 Prerequisites: DIL 247
Beginning and more advanced video production,students will learn professional techniques while,shooting a short live-action digital video movie., Topics includes: storyboarding, shooting,,editing, green screen, audio sweetening,,compositing and after effects. Credits: 0 Prerequisites:
This course introduces students to the,fundamentals of the four phases of the design,process. Students should demonstrate a basic,understanding of problem solving, user needs, and,if applicable the elements of diversity, equity,,and inclusive design. Credits: 3 Prerequisites:
Create your own characters and learn how to,render them with dynamic facial expressions and,gestures. Essential drawing skills will be,covered including line, proportion and coloring. Credits: 0 Prerequisites: