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2022-2023 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

ARTS 202 - Color and Design Theory II


PREREQUISITES: ARTS 102 - Color and Design Theory I  
PROGRAM: Fine Arts
CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
LECTURE HOURS MIN: 1
LAB HOURS MIN: 2
STUDIO HOURS MIN: 3
DATE OF LAST REVISION: Fall, 2018

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. Intermediate to advanced 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 and understand intermediate to advanced design theory.
  2. Use multiple levels of tools and materials to develop two-dimensional design(s).
  3. Discuss specific and complex design concepts.
  4. Analyze and apply advanced elements and principles of design.
  5. Analyze and apply advanced color interaction.
  6. Analyze and apply creative and visual problem-solving skills.
  7. Demonstrate descriptive and analytical skills in thinking and writing.
  8. Generate ideas using notes and thumbnails.


COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

  • Advanced 2-D perspective
  • Current and historical design applications
  • Advanced color theory
  • Craft and execution
  • Advanced design elements
  • Detailed problem solving
  • Advanced design principles
  • Problem-solving with form
  • Advanced value and light applications
  • The creative process
  • Color interaction and response
  • Visual balance
  • Color science
  • Complex idea development
  • Composition

 
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