2004-2005 COLLEGE CATALOG - Luzerne County Community ...

CAR 233-Illustration I 1 Lect., 4 Studio, 3 Sem.-Hrs.
The main purpose of this course is to have the student become aware of the
possibilities of painting techniques in Illustration. Special effects and image making
will be taught. Hundreds of examples of professional illustration will be used
to show students a variety of techniques.
CAR 234-Illustration II 1 Lect., 4 Studio, 3 Sem.-Hrs.
An extension of Illustration I in which the student creates more complicated
illustrations using techniques learned in Illustration I, as well as additional methods.
Projects are more long term in nature.
Prerequisite: CAR 233.
CAR 239-Portrait Painting 1 Lect., 4 Studio, 3 Sem.-Hrs.
This course consists of the study of the complete structure of the human head.
The portrait is first studied in separate units, then put together as a complete structure.
Light, proportions, anatomy, planes, and composition will be the principles
taught. Video and group critiques will also be employed as teaching aids.
CAR 240-Advanced Black and White
Photography 1 Lect., 4 Studio, 3 Sem.-Hrs.
This class enables the student to extend his or her basic photographic skills.
Medium and large format cameras are introduced and explored. Specialized black
and white darkroom skills and attention to print presentation are stressed. Lectures
and assignments will provide the student with the tools for developing a
sense of personal vision through photography.
Prerequisite: CAR 220.
CAR 241-Graphic Design I 1 Lect., 4 Studio, 3 Sem.-Hrs.
Graphic Design I is an introduction to the development of effective graphic images
and communication designs. Typefaces, sources of clip art, texture and screen
films, markers, specialty papers, and other graphic arts materials are explored in
preparation of professional comprehensive layouts.
CAR 242-Graphic Design II 1 Lect., 4 Studio, 3 Sem.-Hrs.
This course is an extension of Graphic Design I in which the student develops
solutions to more complicated design problems. The students prepare a résumé,
portfolio and a self promotion piece to be used when looking for a job.
Prerequisite: CAR 241.
CAR 243-Materials and Techniques of Painting 1 Lect., 4 Studio, 3 Sem.-Hrs.
The course is designed to give the student the opportunity to explore various
types of materials and techniques that an artist will have to know to adequately
perform a variety of types of painting tasks. Techniques may be applied to both
commercial and fine art applications.
CAR 244-Graphic Production 1 Lect., 4 Studio, 3 Sem.-Hrs.
This course is designed to give the student mechanical skills needed to work in
an advertising agency as well as theory of various methods of production. Pasteups
of simple and complex mechanicals are executed. Students learn theory and
specifications of type, various stages from concept in design to mechanical and
graphic steps needed to prepare for printing.
CAR 245-Typography 1 Lect., 4 Studio, 3 Sem.-Hrs.
An introduction to the world of typography through which the student will
develop a working knowledge of type. The student studies design of type and how
it is used as a functional element in layout. The student learns basic typesetting
skills.
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