Emerging Media 1

This hands-on production course introduces students to the practical fundamentals of visual studies, design, digital graphics and illustration. It is a foundations course in 2D design, illustration and digital imaging. Students are introduced to a range of media production equipment and techniques, including: The history of design, computer graphics, illustration and new media; Issues in visual studies; Image composition, framing, and layout; Typography and text/image relationships; and Basic imaging and vector based illustration software.