GRA156 — History of Graphic Design
To keep this class relevant to current design practices, we will dissect examples of contemporary design by identifying and researching the historical origins of the visual characteristics present. Through hands-on exploration, we will study how the look of graphic design is intricately tethered to the tools, technologies, materials, and processes available during a specific historical time and place. We will explore how important historical events and ideologies have influenced the appearance of the visual communications created during a specific movement/era in time. Course Learning