Visual Design and Photography
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Course Number
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Course Name
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Course Description
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Credits
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Instructor
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Semester
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1VX3PB
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Center for Visual & Performing Arts
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This course is designed to give new students to the Design and Visual Communications
program a sample of some of the different skills that will be taught in the program.
Freshmen will explore some of the many different avenues that can be taken as a
DVC student including illustration, sketching, photography and photo manipulation,
animation, and web design. 2.B.13, 2.H.01, 2.H.02, 2.H.04, 2.H.05, 2.H.10, 2.H.12,
2.I.01, 2.I.02, 2.N.03, 2.N.04, 2.N.06, 2.N.09, 2.K.01, 2.K.02, 2.K.03, 2.K.04,
2.K.05
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7
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Gomes, Wade
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2
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2AD91A/ 2AD92A/ 2AD93A
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Music/Visual Art/Graphic-201
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In this visual art freshman exploration students explore the visual design program
through a series of assignments meant to introduce creative thinking and a variety
of approaches. Students explore opportunities available to them in the Southeastern
Visual Design Program, college options and available career paths. 2.A.04, 2.A.09,
2.A.11, 2.A.22
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7
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Ezerins, Shirley
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1
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2AD
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Intro to Visual Art Sophomores
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This course introduces students to the formal elements of design, such as line,
color and space, and design principals including contrast, repetition, balance and
unity. These concepts are explored through both diverse instruction and hands on
projects. Students learn basic drawing skills, maintain a sketchbook, and creative
problem-solving in a multimedia and multidimensional approach. In addition students
will become OSHA certified in an OSHA 10 safety certification. 1.A, 1.B, 1.C, 2.A.07,
2.A.10, 2.A.15
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7
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Ezerins, Shirley
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1
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3AD71A
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Intro to Web & Flash 301
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Creating that perfect combination of visual appeal and usability is what web designers
do for a living. By using type (lettering), images, and other visual devices, web
designers create a digital playground where consumers can find the information they
need while enjoying the ride. Students will learn how to use visual devices – such
as typography, images, and color – to communicate, educate, and persuade. Part artist,
part computer buff; you’ll need to master a variety of software programs, from HTML
to web design and animation design tools. Equal parts creativity and business sense
will also help you succeed in this challenging program of study. 2.I, 2.N, 2.J,
2.K, 2.L
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7
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Gomes, Wade
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1
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3AD21A
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Web & Flash II-302
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This course is a continuation of Web & Flash I. Students will pick up where they
left off working towards proficiency with web design and animation techniques. Students
will use web technologies such as CSS, JavaScript, and Flash to create user-friendly
web sites and applications with the end user in mind. Equal parts creativity and
business sense will also help you succeed in this challenging program of study.
2.I, 2.N, 2.J, 2.K, 2.L
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7
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Gomes, Wade
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2
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3AD41B
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Digital Photo/ Design-301
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This program introduces the student to the basic concepts used in crafting digital
images. Discussions include camera, lens, and equipment options available to photographers.
As students develop technical skills, they explore shooting techniques, composition
and framing, and the basics of light control. This program allows students to pursue
a career in Photography or to gain the skills and knowledge to incorporate their
photography in their visual designs and work knowledgably in creative teams. 2.A.05,
2.A.06, 2.A.08, 2.A.20, 2.C, 2.E.01, 2.E.02, 2.E.03, 2.E.04, 2.E.05
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7
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Ezerins, Shirley
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1
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Digital Photo & Portfolio Development -302
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Students continue to study the craft of photography and digital editing. They also
work on their ability to developing creative concepts and professional presentations.
Students are encouraged to explore multiple mediums working both independently and
in groups, while creating their portfolios. Students are given the foundational
tools to enter into the exciting world of multimedia design. 2.A.05, 2.A.06, 2.A.13,
2.A.21, 2.C, 2.E.06, 2.D.01, 2.D.02, 2.D.08, 2.D.09, 2.D.10
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7
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Ezerins, Shirley
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2
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4AD51B
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Multimedia Portfolio Development in I-401
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Students will be encouraged to explore both contemporary and traditional art forms
while honing their conceptual and image-making skills. They will look at materials
and process, developing the artistic skills needed to realize their ideas. Projects
are designed to encourage exploration, questioning and risk taking. At the end of
each assignment, critiques are held so that students can discuss their project from
concept to completion; their intentions, the creative process, project management
and good business practices. 2.A.05, 2.A.06, 2.D.05, 2.F.01, 2.F.02, 2.F.03,
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7
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Ezerins, Shirley
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1
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4AD51B
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Portfolio Development & Transitional Prep-402
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Students will further their studies in Photography, illustration and multimedia
design both on and off of the computer. They will further their development of design,
communication, presentation skills while creating pieces for their senior portfolios.
Students will prepare professional documents needed to successfully transition into
the career world, such as work samples, artist statements, resumes, and certification/award
documents. Students are mentored for entry level into the creative design world
or continuing with a postsecondary education. 2.A.18, 2.F.06, 2.F.07, 2.F.08, 2.F.09
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7
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Ezerins, Shirley
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2
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4AD31A
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Web Design/ Portfolio-401
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This course is designed to give those with web and graphic design experience a chance
to showcase their skills. Students will begin collecting and rendering their best
design work for use in a web portfolio. Students will also learn advance animation
and web development techniques such as Rot scoping and Image Mapping. 2.H, 2.I,
2.N, 2.J, 2.K, 2.L
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7
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Gomes, Wade
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1
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4AD81A
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Web Design/ Portfolio 2-402
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In addition to being exposed to Action Script and other Flash animation techniques
and furthering their study of web design and development, students will continue
to assemble their best work into a fully functional web site portfolio. This can
be used to apply for industry jobs and/or entrance into post-secondary education.
2.H, 2.I, 2.N, 2.J, 2.K, 2.L
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7
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Gomes, Wade
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2
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