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Graphic Design 1
Graphic Design 1
What makes a design work?
How do you generate original ideas?
Graphic design is visual communication. It combines type, image, and pure visual elements to convey specific ideas. Forms of graphic design include posters, logos, and product packaging.
In this course students learn:
to create visually pleasing works by applying principles of design;
to think creatively and generate ideas; and
to skillfully communicate using visual language.
Though students may use a range of media for their design work, for many projects we’ll use Adobe Creative Cloud software (Illustrator & Photoshop). Students will explore visual representation of ideas - literal, metaphorical, and symbolic.
Graphic Design 2
Graphic Design 2
How do you hook and hold a viewer’s attention?
How do you develop strong concepts and ideas?
In this course students develop their abilities to think creatively and critically to solve communication design challenges. Students increase their visual literacy to better “read” visual information and better manipulate visual language to engage viewers and convey ideas.
Graphic Design 2 challenges students to create work that demonstrates formal skill & control, thoughtful decision-making, creativity, and investment of self. Students will use both traditional art-making materials and digital design tools to construct meaning with visual form.
AP Portfolio:
2D Design & Digital Media
Prerequisite: Graphic Design 2
AP Portfolio:
2D Design & Digital Media
Prerequisite: Graphic Design 2
Students create a portfolio of work that is submitted to The College Board and evaluated according to national standards for 2D Design. The AP portfolio consists of two sections:
Select Works – 5 works that best demonstrate synthesis of materials, process, and ideas
Sustained Investigation – 15 works that demonstrate practice, experimentation and revision.
The AP Art - 2D Design course requires a commitment to rigorous investigation of art making both inside and outside the classroom. Students develop college-level work that demonstrates mastery of concept, composition, and execution. The Investigation is a significant, self-directed, and sustained exploration to create a body of intellectually and visually cohesive works that shows command of 2D design issues, risk-taking, discovery, and growth.
Please note:
● There are summer assignments; completed work is due prior to the first day of school.
● The College Board charges a course/exam fee (approx. $100 paid in November.)
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