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This is a major course for the Summer Art and Design Program 2023. This course cannot be taken separately. (Students get to select from four majors: Graphic Design, Fashion Design, Interior Design and Painting, and Printmaking)
This program will introduce students to different methods of visual communication through graphic design. The course will cover how graphic design can be used as a manner of expression through image-making, typography, and illustrations. We will introduce students to basic tools on Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Photoshop to incorporate this skill set in the class project. Students will be provided with a phrase/word to translate visually using graphic design as a tool. They will explore the fundamental concepts associated with graphic design by combining analog and digital mediums through scans, drawings, sketches, collages, photographs, and typography.
In this program, students will learn to incorporate research, illustrations, and other graphics to complete the project. They will gain a basic understanding of layout, composition, color theories, and develop simple concepts on the assigned project. Students will gain experience in developing skills with tools, materials, and methods for creating visuals. This course will help students in developing visuals, building technical skills, and enhancing creative thinking. Lastly, the program will conclude with a critique, for the students to present the concept and outcome of their projects individually to the class for a discussion.
Class 1: Introduction
Class 2: Design Basics
Class 3: Basic introduction to typography, color, images, and layouts.
Class 4: Introducing photoshop.
Class 5: Continue practicing Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator
Class 6: Student presentation of research (mood board)
Class 7: Understanding the creative process.
Class 8: Students will share their progress.
Class 9: Presentation on how to demonstrate work professionally.
Class 10: 5 min presentation of the final project
Please note:
VCUarts Qatar reserves the right to cancel classes if there are not enough participants registered. Already paid fees will be refunded.
Please do not purchase materials until you receive a final confirmation email. .
Items to buy for this class.
Foundation class materials will be used for Graphic Design Major. The instructor will email regarding the software prior to the class start date.
On occasions, there may be additional materials to be purchased, and if so,it will be advised by the instructor.
Start: Sun, 14 Jul, 2024
End: Thu, 25 Jul, 2024
Lessons: 10
Days: Sunday – Thursday
Time: 10 am to 1 pm
Location: VCUarts Qatar Campus
Naima AlMajdoubeh