ART213
Digital Art & Design I Fall 2009
Hartwick
College
Department
of Art & Art History
Asst. Professor: Joseph
Von Stengel
Art 213: Digital
Art and Design I
Day/Time: MON/WED
1:50pm-4:55pm
Location: Anderson
129
Office Hrs: M
11:30pm-1:30pm, T 12:30pm-1:30pm,
W 11:30pm-12:30pm, TH 12:30pm-2:30pm
or by appt.
Office: Anderson
30
Email: vonstengelj@hartwick.edu
Phone: ext.
4912
Blog: art-213.blogspot.com
Digital Art & Design I
is an introductory course to digital media with an emphasis on the medium as a
vehicle for creative expression. The course introduces the three main aspects
found with in digital media; Print media, Time based media and Interactive
media. During the term we will investigate image, video and web applications
such as Adobe Photoshop, iMovie , Adobe ImageReady, and Macromedia Dreamweaver.
Issues covered in assignments will include composition, subject matter and
context. The class will consider digital mediaŐs effect on society through
appropriation, the loop, remixing, the mashup, truth vs perception and virtual
memory, as well as other contemporary and traditional ideas that apply to the
sphere of digital media. Central to these issues, and the focal point of this
course, is the impact of digital media on American culture. Digital Images, vidoe and the web are important devices for communication across all disciplines. The information obtained in thi course will be invaluable for anyone who whishes to present information through the digital medium. (EL)
Purpose
This course is not just about making you proficient with the tools of the
various software. While this is inarguably important, our efforts will transcend
the tool to reveal the greater meaning of digital media and its place in todays art &
society. To this ends we will consider the computer just a tool, (one of many)
not a means to an end. We will also discuss the issues of working in a
discipline tied to technology and the reality of creating in a medium under
constant change. We will focus on 'seeing'. We will consider content and
context, and of course technique.
In Class
time: Will involve a combination of application demoŐs and technical
instruction, one on one help, lectures on pertinent issues within the medium,
work time for projects, and critiques of projects.
Outside Class time: in addition to projects, will involve exercises and
tutorials, independent research, and some reading and writing.
4 – Be
able to demonstrate the ability to create basic web sites utilizing Adobe Dreamweaver
Outcomes
Assessment
1
- Six projects will be assigned
during the semester. These projects will be
used to assess students ability and knowledge in each area.
a.
projects are reviewed using the rubric below
2
– Projects will conclude with a group critique where students will receive
input from both their peers and the professor.
3 – Students will write two, 250 word essays reviewing two different art shows/presentations they experienced during the semester.
4 - Each student will keep a blog related research in the area of digital media .
1 GB USB flash drive.
- Photoshop Visual QuickStart Guide for Windows & Macintosh is a great book if you like to use one..
* Resources can be found on the class blog:. art-213.blogspot.com and online (try a Google search for Photoshop)
Fees
* Studio Art fee $100 ($25 per
credit)
10% Participation (in-class and online)
10% Assignments
30% Project 1 ArtBlog
10% Project 2 Visual Re-Mix
10% Project 3 Transformation
10% Project 4 Photoshop-motion Animated Video
10% Project 5 Net.Art
10% Final Project Personal Network
Grades are determind through the following Rubric:Craftsmanship, Aesthetic, Consideration, Effort & Directions
Craftsmanship - the quality and skill used in the creation and a presentation of your finished projects
Aesthetic - the visual appearance of the content of your finished project. Your images aesthetic quality, composition and the images content.
Consideration - this is the area that looks at the depth of your project. how does what you created function in society, what does it say (or not say)?
Effort - Did you try or not? If this comes easy to you then you really need to work hard to show effort.
Directions - all projects have specific directions on how to name files and when projects are due. following the directions makes it easier or me to work with and review your files. all projects are expected done on the due date.
100-92 A = You tried very hard, handed in all the projects and assignments on time and created excellent work.
91-83 B =
You tried hard and handed in all the projects and assignments on time and created great work.
82-74 C =
You tried, handed in most of the projects & assignments on time and created good work.
73-65 D =
You barely tried, handed in most of the projects & assignments and created good work.
64-0 F
= You really didnŐt try and didnŐt hand in much work.
Turning
in Projects
·
Projects are due at the
beginning of class on the scheduled critique day.
·
Late
projects are due exactly one week from the critique date. Projects will not be
accepted after the late date and will be assessed based on the work turned in
for critique.
Critiques
·
If you are late or miss a regular critique, the project for that critique will be
lowered by one letter grade.
· Attendance at the Final critique is mandatory. Missing the final critique will result in an “F” for the Final Project. NO late Final Projects will be accepted!
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During class
time, students are expected to engage in meaningful classroom participation.
·
Each student is expected to complete all projects, exercises,
in-class exercises and required readings. Details of the various assignments will be discussed in class and on the
class Blog.
·
Attendance is mandatory
(with three get out of jail free cards).
·
In the case of an
excused absence, such as, religious holidays or medical reasons, the student
must notify the instructor prior to the missed class, if possible. In the case of a medical situation,
the student may provide a doctor’s note after the fact.
·
In the case of
unexcused absences, the first three will result in no penalty. Each absence
after the third will automatically lower the student’s grade one half of a
letter grade.
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No Food and
Drink (except designated area). Violation will result in the loss of lab
privileges.
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Students may not install/uninstall software of any type or
reconfigure hardware without the permission of the professor.
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Report computer problems to the lab assistant or professor with
detailed information as to which computer and a descriptive explanation
of the issue.
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There will be open lab hours for student use through out the
semester
- Intro to the Mac Operating system
- Creation and matainance of a blog
- Exploration of Print Based Media throught the use of Photoshop
- Exploration of Time Based Media through the use of Photoshop and iMovie
- Exploration of Interactive media through the use of Dreamweaver, Photoshop and Web 2.0 applications
Academic
Dishonesty
All work created or written in this class is
expected to be your own! If you are unsure about the College’s policy on
Academic Dishonesty please refer to the Schools web site at the following link: http://www.hartwick.edu/x12195.xml
If you are a student
with a documented disability who will require academic accommodations in this
course, please meet with Patty Jacobsen, Coordinator of Disability Services,
Yager 504 or call 431-4546 or 431-4435 to make an appointment.