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VA 6310 - Case Studies in Graphic Design

Credits: 3

Description This course covers influential 20th Century design movements and their cultural context through research and hands-on projects. Areas of study include the design movements of Constructivism, the Bauhaus, De Stijl, The New York School, and Postmodernism. Students will learn to create effective visual communications through an understanding of the elements and principles of design. Projects include poster design, brochures, logos, typography, and branding across multiple media platforms. Fundamental skills in Adobe Creative Cloud software within InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop will be covered. Projects will build in complexity as the semester progresses.