DIGITAL ART & DESIGN (Formally IMAGING)
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DIGITAL ART & DESIGN (Formally IMAGING) [Grades 9-12] (10 Credits) • Meets high school graduation requirement for Visual & Performing Art • Meets the UC/CSU “A-G” requirement for Visual & Performing Art • Meets high school graduation requirement for Career Technical Education (CTE) COURSE DESCRIPTION Digital Art & Design is a digital art class where you will learn the powerful software tools used to create digital art for print such as Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator. You will learn to edit and adjust photographs, create original photo manipulations, original illustrations, and commercial art. This will include the study of art theory concepts such as the elements of art, principles of design, typography, composition, and color theory. Students will use photography, image manipulation and digital drawing tablets in this project- based class. Imaging is designed for students who are interested in developing art from a digital perspective, or who are interested in graphic design. Because of the project-based nature of the class, students will be able to learn at their own pace and create meaningful pieces to add to their portfolios. Projects may include: Movie poster design, vector illustration, logo design, advertisements, digital painting, typographic designs, and photo compositing. This course is open to any individual interested in learning about digital art! COURSE TOPICS: • Introduction and continued mastery of skills in Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator • Copyright Law and Artistic Integrity • The Elements of Art and Principles of Design • Color Theory • Composition • Typography • Photo compositing and digital manipulation • Commercial vs. Fine Art • History of Graphic Design and contemporary applications • Careers in Graphic Design • Creation of your digital art portfolio EXPECTATIONS and GOALS Digital Art & Design is a digital art course that may fulfill the Visual and Performing Arts (VPA) requirement and/or the Career Technical Education course (CTE) requirement. Imaging class uses the computer and software (Photoshop and Illustrator) as tools to create artwork. Although general computer experience is recommended, prior knowledge of software is not required. Imaging is a beginning digital art class that will prepare students for additional upper level courses in art, provide a foundation for the student interested in a career in the arts, or be a stand alone class for the student interested in learning digital art techniques. This course will provide a foundation in visual arts concepts with an emphasis on: • Creativity and the art-making process • Self discovery: developing the student’s individual and unique artistic voice • The elements of art and principles of design • Mastery of Photoshop and Illustrator skills • Visual literacy • Career paths in digital art and graphic design CLASS WORK and ESTIMATED HOMEWORK Class time for completion of all projects will be provided. Class work will also include reading articles, writing prompts, class discussion, project research and planning. The majority of coursework will be completed in class. Some research and planning may need to be completed outside of class. Students are welcome to spend additional time on projects out of class, but it is not required. COURSE MATERIALS Computer lab time will be provided to you during every class meeting. Having computer software including Photoshop and Illustrator at home is not required, although students are encouraged to work outside of class to improve their skills. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION and RESOURCES To learn more and see student examples please visit: • The TPHS Visual Arts Home page: http://tphs-visualart.weebly.com/imaging.html • Mrs. Doerrer’s class website and student galleries: http://tphsartjdoerrer.weebly.com/ .