2 DIMENSIONAL DESIGN
"Design creates culture. Culture shapes values. Values determine the future."
-Robert L. Peters
2 Dimensional Design is an introduction to the elements and principles of design. Students become familiar with the visual concepts, theories, terminology, and materials used to put a series of concepts into practice. What makes 2D so powerful? Drawing, Graphic Design, Photography, Painting, Video, and many other art disciplines rely on a designer’s ability to use the concepts learned in this course in order to communicate. All the elements of 2D make up a visual language that helps artists to communicate creatively and effectively while utilizing a wide variety of materials. The concepts you will learn have practical applications that help you express yourself in unique, artistic ways.
Each class project is an opportunity for you to express one's understanding of a 2D concept. Class periods are used for discussions focused on deepening an understanding of 2D design. Students also engage in projects intended to help develop visual perception & technical skills with a variety of materials and tools. Projects use both traditional tools (paper, pens, pencils, paint…etc.) and a computer format. When the projects are complete, students develop a specialized vocabulary to examine & critically review each student’s project resolution. Each student is expected to complete projects for critiques, sketchbook assignments, and participate in critiques.
Principles of Design Covered:
Frame
Point/Line
Shape
Space
Form
Color- hue, saturation, value, tone, tint, shade
Pattern/Texture
Composition: Symmetry & Asymmetry
Time/Transformation
Elements of Design Covered:
Figure/Ground
Balance
Movement
Contrast
Emphasis
Unity
"Design creates culture. Culture shapes values. Values determine the future."
-Robert L. Peters
2 Dimensional Design is an introduction to the elements and principles of design. Students become familiar with the visual concepts, theories, terminology, and materials used to put a series of concepts into practice. What makes 2D so powerful? Drawing, Graphic Design, Photography, Painting, Video, and many other art disciplines rely on a designer’s ability to use the concepts learned in this course in order to communicate. All the elements of 2D make up a visual language that helps artists to communicate creatively and effectively while utilizing a wide variety of materials. The concepts you will learn have practical applications that help you express yourself in unique, artistic ways.
Each class project is an opportunity for you to express one's understanding of a 2D concept. Class periods are used for discussions focused on deepening an understanding of 2D design. Students also engage in projects intended to help develop visual perception & technical skills with a variety of materials and tools. Projects use both traditional tools (paper, pens, pencils, paint…etc.) and a computer format. When the projects are complete, students develop a specialized vocabulary to examine & critically review each student’s project resolution. Each student is expected to complete projects for critiques, sketchbook assignments, and participate in critiques.
Principles of Design Covered:
Frame
Point/Line
Shape
Space
Form
Color- hue, saturation, value, tone, tint, shade
Pattern/Texture
Composition: Symmetry & Asymmetry
Time/Transformation
Elements of Design Covered:
Figure/Ground
Balance
Movement
Contrast
Emphasis
Unity