MEDIA 106 - Digital Illustration

Credits: 3
Lecture Contact Hours: 3
Description:

NOTE: This course has replaced CGT 123 .

This course is intended to advance the students knowledge and ability in graphic design and illustration using professional computer drawing software. Emphasis is on learning the software and on applying basic design skills to the computer generated image. Students are instructed in the fundamentals of drawing on the computer, working with color, working with type and combining type and image for effective communication. Students are expected to be familiar with basic functions of the computer before beginning the class.

Prerequisites: MEDIA 101
Corequisites: None.
Recommended: None.

Course Category: Occupational
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Course Competencies

Explain the uses of digital vector software applications.

Navigate the digital vector software’s interface and workspace.

Draw basic shapes using the computer software.

Transform basic shapes with digital tools.

Utilize the freeform drawing tools.

Discover the characteristics of Bezier lines and curves by selecting and editing anchor points.

Utilize the pen tool to create, move and edit straight and curved paths.

Combine straight and curved paths into object shapes.

Explore the color features and tools in digital vector software applications including color models, modes; applying color to stroke, fills and making gradients.
Explore the uses of filters, effects and graphic styles.
Create original patterns.
Practice the three methods of creating type: type at point, type in an area and type on a path.
Create compound paths and shapes using the Pathfinder.
Utilize rulers, guides and layers.
Discover the uses of blends, distorts, transformations, envelopes and 3D effects.