Divisions
Course Description
Students will explore the impact of well designed typography to any visual medium that uses text, including video, film, print publications, and web-based platforms. This course is an in depth exploration of type as form. Students begin with a close study of letterforms followed by projects that explore basic principles of typography such as hierarchy and alignment, visual sequences, and grid systems. An essential course for students interested in pursuing a career in graphic design. Prerequisite/Corequisite: ART 1730. J spring.
Academic Level (Course Level)
CR
Schedule Type
Lecture/Lab
Grade Modes
Audit, Special Audit, Standard Letter Grade, Credit/Fail Standard Letter
Course Attributes
ARTS, E, H, L