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ARTS 102 - Color and Design Theory I


PREREQUISITES: Demonstrated competency through appropriate assessment or earning a grade of “C” or better in or ENGL 093 - Introduction to College Writing  and ENGL 083 - Reading Strategies for College  or ENGL 095 - Integrated Reading and Writing , or ENGL 075 - Co-Requisite Integrated Reading & Writing  
PROGRAM: Fine Arts
CREDIT HOURS: 3
LECTURE HOURS: 1
LAB HOURS: 2
STUDIO: 3
DATE OF LAST REVISION: Spring, 2019

A critical thinking course that delves into the thought processes and manual skills needed in design and its application in the realm of two-dimensional fine arts. Beginning to intermediate design and color theory will be addressed through the manipulation of imagery in two-dimensional media. Critical thinking, problem-solving and manual techniques will be emphasized equally.

MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

  1. Discuss beginning to intermediate design theory.
  2. Use multiple levels of tools and materials to develop two-dimensional and three-dimensional design.
  3. Discuss specific and complex design concepts.
  4. Apply fundamental elements and principles of design.
  5. Analyze color interaction.
  6. Apply creative and visual problem-solving skills.
  7. Demonstrate descriptive and analytical skills in thinking and writing.
  8. Explore historical and contemporary relationships and content in regards to the elements and principles of design.


COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

Basic 2-D perspective

Fundamental design principles

Complex idea development

Fundamental value and light applications

Composition

Problem-solving with form

Craft and execution

The creative process

Current and historical design applications

Visual balance

Detailed problem solving

Fundamental design elements

Fundamental color theory
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