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Graphic Design
-Pencils
-1 sheet of white poster board (at least 11 x 17) 
Graphic Design is a basic introduction to computer arts. The course will provide the necessary skills for the beginning graphic artist to create, manipulate, and arrange a variety of items including; flyers, programs, business cards, letter heads, logos, photo editing and manipulation, layout editing, etc. Students will use Adobe Photoshop CC (most up to date version of the program). Students will also demonstrate an understanding of file/photo organization, color theory, and purpose for specific outlets. Students will identity and explore how a graphic artist would begin creating artwork for a specific client.  

Planning, research, and problem solving are also major curriculum concerns. Students will explore current and past graphic artworks through literature and technologies. Student will also maintain a sketchbook, which will include class notes, handouts, planning for projects, a working journal, artist statements, etc.
Adobe Photoshop and Photography
Syllabus
Fall Semester
 Students will focus on learning the ins and out of the program and its tool. We will spend the majority of of time learning to edit and manipulate photographs. Students will complete an outside of class photo assignment every 10 days.  These photos will be used for a final project in class. 
Adobe Illustrator and Layout Design
Syllabus
Spring Semester
Students will focus on learning the ins and outs of the program and its tools.  Students will create and manipulate a variety of objects from scratch in order to create greeting cards, posters, t-shirt designs, and more. Students will complete an outside of class homework assignment every 10 days.  These assignments will build towards a project near the end of the semester to rebrand a business of the students choice.