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Sample student blogs:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Michaeline Fraser<\/a>, computer imaging basics<\/p>\n

Keila Lawrence<\/a>, computer imaging basics<\/p>\n

Kandyce Harris<\/a>, computer imaging basics<\/p>\n

Bianca Alexander<\/a>, computer imaging basics, good reflection written<\/p>\n

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Saminia Chism<\/a>, Art Foundation I<\/p>\n

Patra Fulton<\/a>, Art Foundation I<\/p>\n

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How to save a web-compatible version from Adobe Illustrator?<\/strong><\/p>\n

First, always save your .ai file. Then go to File > Save for Web and Devices and save a png or gif file from illustrator.<\/p>\n

How to upload an image to a WordPress post\/page properly?<\/strong><\/p>\n

First, you need to go to the dashboard of your blog. To do that, click on the top right logo of the screen. You will see the Dashboard.<\/p>\n

Then, upload your image(s) to Media. Click Media, add new. DO NOT use the multi-file uploader, instead, use the single-file browser uploader to send your file online.<\/p>\n

Next is to create or go to your post, Add Media. You will see the images there.<\/p>\n

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PART ONE: ART FOUNDATIONS<\/h2>\n

CART101 Art Foundation I<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n

{Syllabus F16<\/a>, S15<\/a>, S13<\/a> F12<\/a>}{Course Link<\/a>}<\/p>\n

This 3-credit course is a component of the first year foundation design sequence, with CART 102 Art Foundation I as the second component. It provides the students with an initial opportunity to make art in a two-dimensional form, by introducing students to basic visual communication elements (line, shape, space, size, texture, color, value) and principles (unity & variety, balance, rhythm, emphasis, economy, proportion), with the focus on developing an understanding of the abstract mechanics of visual and graphic design. These mechanics\/principles come across disciplinary boundaries including graphic design, illustration, fashion design, printmaking, photography, etc…<\/p>\n

SUPPLIES<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Purchase and bring the supplies to class . Most of these supplies will be used more extensively in other classes in the Art major:<\/p>\n

Where to buy them?<\/strong> Cheapest- Walmart! or at Michael\u2019s on piedmont by the Lindbergh marta station. Other places are Utrecht art supply store on 7th and Peachtree (near the midtown marta station) and Sam Flax on Northside Drive (near Atlantic Station) also- accessible by a bus from midtown marta station. CAU students will receive a 20% discount at Utrecht.<\/p>\n

– coverstock\/crafting paper, black and white, 8.5\u00d711 in:<\/strong> Check the card thickness according to the sample I show in class, when you purchase the cardstock; price is usually 50 cents per sheet. You should need no more than 20 white and 15 black sheets for all projects.<\/p>\n

– high quality acid-free glue stick; or rubber cement<\/strong> I recommend Itoya photo glue ($3.19) and Scrotch Craft Stick ($2.24) at Sam Flax, both acid free.<\/p>\n

– a #2 or HB pencil (not mechanic pencil)<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

– an easy-to-carry ruler<\/strong><\/p>\n

– a pair of scissors, or an executive knife<\/strong><\/p>\n

– kneaded eraser\/gum eraser\/vinyl eraser<\/strong><\/p>\n

– Sketch book (A4 or A5) or a notebook<\/strong><\/p>\n

Optional, but you may find useful: drawing board with clips, charcoal, pastels, conte and assortment of stumps, colored pencils \u2013 Prismacolor, a binder
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PART TWO: ADVERTISING\/GRAPHIC DESIGN CONCENTRATION<\/h2>\n

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CART301 Art Direction & Design I<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n

{Syllabus F16<\/a>, F14<\/a>, F12<\/a>} {Course Link<\/a>}<\/p>\n

This 3-credit course focuses on the visual language of type\/letterforms and its applications from the tradition of print design to the frontier of web typography. Students work with type as a stand-alone visual language, and also learn how to incorporate type successfully with other visual elements. It is a specialized course to produce design with type as the primary element.<\/p>\n

Textbook: Ellen Lupton. Thinking with Type: A Critical Guide for Designers, Writers, Editors, & Students. NJ: Princeton. Book Site<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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CART302 Art Direction & Design II<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n

{Syllabus S15<\/a>}{Course Link<\/a>}<\/p>\n

This course introduces students to graphic design as a form of visual communication through the organization of various visual vocabularies – type, image, form, and color. Students will learn the basics of how to control what people see when they look at created artwork. The study and application of graphic composition skills, page layout and design skills, headline and caption writing skills, and advertising are emphasized. Projects explore design processes in two and three dimensions, visual identity and communication, thematic structure and hierarchy, creative problem solving, and business graphic design practices.<\/p>\n

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CART401 Art Direction & Design III<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n

{Syllabus F16<\/a>, F12<\/a>}{Course Link<\/a>}<\/p>\n

This course is the third core course for Advertising Design. It is designed to be an advanced experience in graphic design. Students must have a working knowledge of Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign. In addition to learning new technical applications the student will also be able to show the development of visual ideas beyond introductory attempts from concept through completion of actual projects. Emphasis is placed on utilizing critical thinking skills in content development. Each project will demonstrate not only technical ability, but also thoughtfulness\/reflection tied to project goals. There will be four main components in this course:<\/p>\n