// Two Dimensional Design

Course Description

This is a visual exploration of the basic elements and principles of two-dimensional design, using a variety of media, tools, and techniques, with an emphasis on conceptual processes.

Class Structure
This is a studio art class, in which most of the class time will be devoted to specific assignments, exercises, and learning objectives. There will be lectures, discussions, and critiques on the assignments given. In addition, students will have one research project and presentation.

Goals

  • To understand two dimensional design, and its importance in structuring the the visual plane
  • To develop a personal aesthetic understanding of composition in two dimensions
  • To gain a basic understanding of the historical and contemporary context of two dimensional image-making

Objectives

  • Recognize and discuss the use of art elements and design principles in two-dimensional works of art.
  • Employ art elements and design principles to create two-dimensional artworks using a variety of techniques and media.
  • Develop sound craftsmanship and technical proficiency using a variety of two-dimensional media.
  • Develop and strengthen creative thinking, perception, and problem solving through two-dimensional expression.
  • Identify principles and elements of two-dimensional design in historical and contemporary works of art.
  • Identify and define design terminology.
  • Describe and discuss technical and compositional aspects of finished and in-progress work.
  • Derive an approach to common challenges of 2-d composition in various media
  • Develop a foundational understanding of how point, line, shape, value, texture, color and space function upon a two dimensional surface
  • Gain experience working in different media

Course Text

Ockvirk, Otto G. et al. Art Fundamentals. McGraw Hill: New York, NY. 10th Edition. ISBN 0-07-287871-1

Supplies

Local stores that carry these materials

Rubber Cement, paste (you can make your own video here), PVA glue (bookbinder’s glue), or Acrylic Gel Medium. Do not get Elmer’s or a gluestick- these break down paper, wrinkle it, and are not permanent
Bristol Board pad, either 11″ x 14″ or 9″ x 12″
Drawing/Sketch pad, approximately 16″ x 20″ or 18″ x 24″
Tracing paper (roll or pad)
Exacto knife and replacement blades or utility knife
Scissors
Metal ruler with corked back, 18″ to 24″ long
45/90 degree angle triangle (metal is recommended)
1″ artist or drafting tape
Resealing cutting mat, 18″ x 24″ (or a size similar to that, like 16″ x 20″, etc)

Toolbox or Artbin for carrying supplies
Portfolio folder with handle
Black or white illustration board, as needed per project
India/Sumi ink and bamboo brush
Charcoal sticks
Gum eraser and kneaded eraser
Drawing pencils or graphite sticks in variety of hard/softnesses
Sprayfix— good to have, but do not bring it into the classroom for use. Use only outside or elsewhere.

Painting Supplies

Acrylic paint kit- try to get a good variety of color, including colors below included if possible
Watercolor or acrylic paintbrush set
Paint Colors (if bought individually) are:

  • Crimson (either Alizarin, Quinacridone or Napthol Red)
  • Cadmium Red (Pyrole Red works as well)
  • Ultramarine Blue
  • Cobalt Blue
  • Phthalo Green (yellow shade)
  • Yellow (either Hansa, Primary or Lemon)
  • Burnt Sienna
  • Titanium White

Palette knife, plastic or metal, triangle shaped.
Preferred brands are Golden, Liquitex, or Old Holland. Paints by Van Gogh, Rembrandt or Liquitex BASICS are low quality, student grade, and will not be acceptable for other painting or Color Theory classes you may take in the future.

Printing supplies

We will go over these supplies within the first month of the semester, but will not need them until later. You will need a set of cutting knives for linoleum block printing, ink, retarder, Linoleum, and printmaking paper (Rives BFK or Stonehenge are best).

Old newspapers or newsprint for painted paper collage
Water container, paper towels, and cleaning fluid (409, for example)
Various collected papers, magazines, newspapers, etc for collage
Tweezers or hat pins
Binder 2″ or so wide with hole punched white paper inside for process book
Plastic palette or palette paper— white disposable plates work as well
Chartpak Blender marker (P-O)

Admin Info

ART 1101: Two-Dimensional Design, Section 001, CRN: 33189
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite and/or Corequisites: none

Meeting Time and Location: Monday through Thursday, 8:15 am to 12:30 pm, AR 166
Instructor: Michael Arnold Mages
Email is the preferred method of contact. I am also available for individual consultation by appointment.

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