ART 350 - Graphic Design III, 2 credit hours

Notes: This class will require a laptop computer with an Adobe CC subscription and require students to cover costs for arts supplies and printing.

Prerequisite(s): ART 240, ART 241 (with a C or higher), & ART 261
This course utilizes and expands upon skills learned in previous design courses, focusing on visual branding campaigns which include, brochures, direct mail, print/digital ads, packaging design, and website development. Also, this course covers topics that include design methods and techniques, such as paper, die-cuts, binding, and folds. ART 350 includes digital print file preparation, print quotes, and a visit to a printer to introduce and familiarize students with how the professional printing process works.

Students must provide a laptop computer to use in class and have access to Adobe Creative Cloud Software (Adobe CC), specifically Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign, and Adobe XD. Brackets, an open-source software, is also required.