This course covers the basics of digital imaging. Lectures and demonstrations, cover the uses of; flatbed scanning, video frame-grabs, digital cameras, color and gray scale digital printing, digital presentation methods, image editing, manipulation, and collage techniques. The integration and translation of traditional two- and three-dimensional art media are explored in the digital environment. Although this course covers material of a technical nature, the emphasis is on digital imaging as a medium for artistic expression.
DIGT 256 Digital Book Works
3 credits
This course will focus on the aspects of digital bookmaking. In addition to concept, sequence, and content ideas, there will be discussions in graphic design and the use of type, illustration, and photography. Technical emphasis is on learning how to publish books using the computer and readily available digital output options such as ink-jet printers. The class will cover scanning, correct file format and resolution, as well as the preparation in layout design programs. Various bookbinding approaches are explored.
DIGT 342
Digital Photography
3 credits
Digital Photography is designed to introduce the necessary skills to work with
images in the digital realm. The class will explore combining images from
various sources including photographs, video, drawings, or printed originals,
and carefully explain and demonstrate scanning from negatives and prints.
Students learn how to use digital cameras as an additional imaging resource and are introduced to imaging and page layout programs for combining images and text. Topics covered will include the fundamentals of color management, digital retouching, input and output resolution, and optimizing files for printing.