Syllabus: ART 1020 Section 2 Design 1 (Two-Dimensional Design)

George Carter, Instructor of Art. george.carter@darton.edu

Description: Comprehensive study of design elements and principles as basic means of organizing two-dimensional space. Emphasis is on inventiveness and craftsmanship in the use of different media.

Course Objectives:

At the end of this course, you should be able to:

• Effectively manipulate the elements and principles of two-dimensional design to create non-objective, abstract and representational compositions.
• Use Photoshop to create photo-based collages and narratives.
• Develop inventive concepts using various problem-solving strategies, such as convergent thinking, divergent thinking, collaboration, brainstorming and idea maps.

• Speak and write critically about personal and peer artworks and propose alternatives.
• Research an idea and develop an extended series of related images.

Required Textbook:

Launching the Imagination: A Comprehensive Guide to Basic Design. 2^nd Ed. Mary Stewart. McGraw Hill.

Assessment: Grades are based on three major factors:

• Conceptually inventive work.
• Visually compelling composition.
• Effective use of time

Note: One project will be accepted one class period late without penalty. One additional late project will be accepted with a one letter-grade penalty for each class period it is late. Do not be late a third time.

Grades will be defined as follows:

A = Outstanding. Expansive investigation of ideas and excellent composition. All assignments completed on time, with at least one extra credit project presented. Insightful contributions to critiques. Goes substantially beyond minimum requirements.

B = Above average. Substantial investigation of concepts and compositions; excellent craft. All assignments completed on time, insightful contributions to critiques.

C = Average. All assignments done competently and completed on time. Strong participation in critiques.

D= Marginal work. Two or more late projects, limited investigation of ideas, poor craft or incoherent compositions, or excessive absences. Limited contribution to critiques.

F = Unsatisfactory work. Course failure due to minimal idea development, poor craft, disjointed compositions, lack of participation, late assignments, or excessive absences.

Attendance: It is impossible to really 'make up' missed demonstrations or critiques. As a result, if you miss more than three (3) classes for any reason, you are likely to receive a final grade of D or below for the term. Failure to participate in a project critique will result in a '0' grade for that project.

Students with special needs should discuss appropriate accommodations with me at the end of the first class. I will do all I can to provide the best learning environment for everyone.