Introduction to Printmaking

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This course introduces the concepts and methodologies of traditional printmaking processes with emphasis on mono printing, linoleum/wood block printing, and other manual techniques and practices. A study of methods and materials will focus on monochrome and color printing and how to properly edition prints. Prerequisites: ART 1000 ART 2020 Design for Print and Web This course is a continuation of the concepts learned in Introduction of Graphic Arts, further developing students' digital visual communication. Students create digital illustrations and complex layout designs for digital and print environments while developing a personal visual style through projects that question content, technique, materiality, and physical form. Prerequisite: ART 1002 ART 2021 Digital Illustration This course introduces students to the tools, software, and techniques necessary for producing digital illustrations that mimic drawings or paintings. Students gain technical proficiency in file layering and complex shape building while continuing to incorporate fundamental design concepts including color, line, composition and style to create original illustrations. Prerequisite: ART 1002