ART1024 — Foundation 2D Design
ART 1024 - Foundation 2D Design ART 1024 - Foundation 2D Design Hours/Week: Lecture 2 Lab 2 Studio Course Description: This course is a foundation-level study of the principles and elements of 2D design. This course provides opportunities to explore the concepts of 2D composition through guided projects and demonstrations. Topics include an introduction to a variety of media and art techniques, creative methods for problem solving in two-dimensions, and a general overview of historical and cultural design issues. Open studio hours are available for outside class work if needed. MnTC Goals Goal 6, 1-5. The Humanities and Fine Arts Definitions of 2D Design Making symbols on a plane Projection/Digital The visual field 2. Cultural and Historical Overview Art Making and Culture: Why is Art important? Brief history of design Cultural significance and origins Inter-cultural nature of design in the 21st Century Design application and purpose 3. Visual Elements: Line Shape Texture Value Illusion of Space Color 4. Design Principles: Gestalt Unity and Variety Balance Scale and Proportion Repetition and Rhythm Emphasis Spatial Devices Directional Forces Determining Priorities 5. Two-Dimensional Materials and Methods 6. Introduction to Color Theory Defining Color Color Theory Color Physics Color Balances/Harmonies Color Composition and Meaning 7. Concepts and Critical Thinking Cultivating Creativity Creative Process Developing Critical Thinking Problem Seeking and Solving Sketch Process/I
Prerequisites: ENGL0950, RDNG0940, RDNG0950, ENGL0090, ESOL0051, ESOL0052