Introductory digital art course. Students learn to use various forms of digital media to create messages, including photography, sound, video, basic animation, electronic, and print applications. Students also learn the basics of artistic theory through lecture and practical application, and methods of using art to transmit messages. The course includes exposure to the technology of media.

Prerequisites: None

Sample Syllabus: Spring 2006

Course Outline

A. Theory
i. Digital Theory
ii. The Eye
iii. The Ear
iv. The Mind

B. Design
i. Composition
ii. Color
iii. Story

C. Technology
i. Digital Photography
ii. Digital Imaging
iii. Audio
iv. Internet
v. Video

Bibliography of Sources:

Basic Photography

Digital Photography All-in-One Desk Reference For Dummies

Complete Digital Photography, Third Edition

Color Theory

Science of Color