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Introduction to Graphic Design Instructor: Robbin Rae McCulloch Grades: 8-12 Spring Semester: July 1st to July 19th, 2024 Days & Times: Daily, 8:00 am to 12:20 pm This class introduces students to the software and technologies used to create much of what constitutes two-dimensional design in the world around us: websites, marketing, branding (logos), on-screen motion graphics in films and on TV, promotional materials, posters, packaging, and the like. This course is project-oriented. Students will learn the basic features of the two primary graphics applications: Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator. Students will investigate these tools by way of research, exercises, projects, and presentations that engage the fundamental vocabulary of art and design. By way of hands-on practice, students will learn the basics of inputting, creating and outputting digital media. One semester meets the CTE graduation requirement or one semester can be applied towards the VAPA requirement. UC Approved for 9-12th graders only. 8th grade for enrichment only. Credit for this course will be applied to the 5-credit CTE requirement. This course can receive VAPA credit after CTE credit is fulfilled and MUST be paired with Introduction to Media Arts. In order to meet UC requirements VAPA credits must fall under the same discipline (visual arts).
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