VMD 124B is a short-term 8-week course exploring package design through practical exercises design projects. In this class we will focus on practical and aesthetic considerations for creating product packaging including visual/identity design, production and building 3-D prototypes.

The pace and scope of the class is intended for advanced design students looking to expand their skills and design portfolio. It is expected that students will already have a solid foundation in software programs such as Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop and basic hand-drawing skills.

Prerequisites

• Completed VMD 122: Graphic Design II

• Recommended Completion VMD 130: Typography I

• Recommended Completion VMD 131: Typography II

• At least third semester coursework

Course Format

Biweekly synchronous Zoom meetings, various projects and milestones submitted online through Canvas learning platform.

Required Reading

Package Design Workbook DePuis & Silva. Rockport Publishers, 2008

Course Technology

This course will require access to Adobe Creative Cloud and other software (see syllabus for details)

Important Dates for Spring 2021

See the "Important Dates" section of the CCSF website for details. Note: as a short-term course some dates differ from full-term classes.

• Classes Begin: March 22

• Last Day to Drop for 100% refund: April 6

• Last Day to Add with instructor's approval: April 10

• Last Day to Drop without a 'W' symbol: April 11

• Last Day to Opt for Pass/No Pass: April 11

• Flex Day (No Classes): March 2

• Last Day to Drop with a 'W' symbol: May 18

• Final Class: May 26

• Final Grades Available on MyRAM: June 11