DFA-202 PRINT: DETROIT

Using the City of Detroit as its inspiration,,students will employ various research,methodologies as a starting point for creating,prints. Projects will be approached through one,of three perspectives: experiential, historical,and political. Techniques introduced will include,relief printing, laser cutting, print from found,objects and silkscreen. Students will print both,with and without a press to create limited,edition prints as well … Continue reading “DFA-202 PRINT: DETROIT”

DFA-215 INTERMEDIATE PRINTMAKING

This course focuses on an in-depth examination of,intaglio (copper plate etching) and lithography,processes, while dealing with traditional and,contemporary methods such as; stone and plate,lithography, limited edition versus unique,printing, and photo-transferring digital imaging. Credits: 3 Prerequisites: DFN 103 DFN 104 DFN 120 DFA 105 DFA 115

DFA-220 INTRODUCTION TO FIGURE PAINTING

This figurative painting course utilizes the,painting principles acquired in Introduction to,Painting. Emphasis is placed on color theory,,value, illusion of form and space, compositional,theory and paint application. Contemporary,approaches to figurative painting are examined,through class presentations and studio processes. Credits: 3 Prerequisites: DFN 103 DFN 104 DFN 120 DFN 121

PCS-116 3D DESIGN TECHNIQUES: DUAL ENROLLMENT

This course is for high school students in Dual,Enrollment program. Course is cross-listed with,DFN 116, and uses same syllabus as required by,Foundations Dept. Taught by Foundations faculty,and students attend with college students.,,This course will familiarize the student with,basic construction and fabrication techniques of,the wood and metal shops at CCS. Through the,completion of a series of … Continue reading “PCS-116 3D DESIGN TECHNIQUES: DUAL ENROLLMENT”

PCS-117 2D DESIGN PRINCIPLES

This course is for high school students in Dual,Enrollment program. Course is cross-listed with,DFN 117, and uses same syllabus as required by,Foundations Dept. Taught by Foundations faculty,and students attend with college students.,,This course is an introduction to the principles,,vocabulary and mechanics of two dimensional,design, including the exploration and application,,of color theory. Students explore Concentration,Specific design … Continue reading “PCS-117 2D DESIGN PRINCIPLES”

DFA-234 SOFT SCULPTURE

This course is directed within the premises of,soft sculpture process and being aware of it,historically and in the contemporary art world.,Students become familiar with different systems of,sewing, laminating and pattern making. Although,the course has a material and process emphasis,,the students are encouraged to explore other,materials that may be incorporated appropriately,into a project. Open to non-majors … Continue reading “DFA-234 SOFT SCULPTURE”

DFA-243 PRINT TO PUBLISH

This course has been structured to develop a range,of creative relationships, and the technical and,conceptual skills, necessary to produce content in,printmaking media. Forms including artist books,,ephemera, and hybrid and collaborative print,ventures will be investigated. Students will be,guided and encouraged to develop strategies to,publish, edition, and disseminate their work into,a range of markets, and for a … Continue reading “DFA-243 PRINT TO PUBLISH”

DFA-245 CONTEMPORARY DRAWING

Contemporary Drawing serves as an investigation of,drawing as a primary mode of expression. Students,will examine historical, experimental, traditional,and unconventional methods for creating drawings.,A strong focus is placed on concept development as,students respond to specific assignments that,engage a broad range of issues and ideas.,Individual aesthetic and expression is developed,as students hone their ability to articulate ideas,through … Continue reading “DFA-245 CONTEMPORARY DRAWING”

PCS-118 3D DESIGN FORM & SPACE

This course is for high school students in Dual,Enrollment program. Course is cross-listed with,DFN 118, and uses same syllabus as required by,Foundations Dept. Taught by Foundations faculty,and students attend with college students.,,This course is an introduction to the principles,,vocabulary and mechanics of three-dimensional,design. The course develops visual aesthetic,sensitivity to three-dimensional line, plane, form,and space. Students … Continue reading “PCS-118 3D DESIGN FORM & SPACE”

DFA-251 PAINTING II

Painting II is an intensive studio course that,assumes a basic understanding of painting,materials and techniques. Figure/Ground,relationships are challenged both formally and,conceptually through an investigation of painting,as it exists alongside a number of social,,architectural, and technological forces. This,class will engage the vast range of,inter-relational possibilities in the making and,experiencing of painting. Historical and,Contemporary painting strategies will … Continue reading “DFA-251 PAINTING II”