How to
take the course (in a nutshell):
Show up. Attendance is mandatory every week at every class. Do the
work. Do the readings and come prepared to ask questions. Turn work in on time.
Contribute to the discussions.
Goals: developing creative ability and depth of expression using digital imaging tools. The study of the interplay between the observed, the observer, and the process of observation. Application of technical/aesthetic knowledge in the completion of a series of visual art projects, culminating in a creative student directed final project.
Assumed Knowledge and Skills: Awareness of digital imaging and interactivity concepts, skills, and topics in electronic arts from media arts studio classes (ARTS-1020) and/or other personal achievement.
Topics Covered: The
following formal topics (light, scale, color, composition, form, motion,
proportion, simulation, and art delivery systems) are studied in relation to
the creation of a series of short studies exploring perception, identity,
memory, time, movement in still space, the immobi
Technical Skills Covered: raster and vector based imaging, color studies, compositing, digital photo retouching, montage, advanced knowledge and experience with input and output techniques for digital cameras, scanners and small and large format archival digital printing.
35% Short studies (5.8% each x 6)
50% Final Project (along with web
ready ideation, artist statement
10% Participation in class
05% Journals
If you have any questions at any
time about your creative work trajectory or your grades please speak with your
instructor.
* a laptop computer (bring laptops to class every day of class and studio recitations)
* An active RCS
account.
* approximately 7 CDs or dvds
* A camera
* Other materials on a project basis
* Journal: keep a working journal of ideas, drawings, photographs,
dream records, etc. which will act a source for your creative process. You
should carry this with you at all times to record your creative insights. Bring
them to class as well.
Fabrication
costs/materials:
You will be making a number of digital prints/manifestations of your work on and possibly off campus. The costs of digital printing vary, but be prepared to incur approximately $50 in fabrication/material costs.