GA2222:03
Visual Communication Study 2
| Townsville | HECS Band 1 |
13 hours lectures, 13 hours tutorials, 26 hours practicals. Semester 2.
Available to students enrolled in the BCommunication Design degree.
Staff: Ms K Carter, Mr J Weyand.
A series of theoretical and practical workshops will be conducted exploring creative illustration fields such as: children’s book illustration, newspaper/article illustration, cartooning and caricature, fantasy and science fiction illustration, fashion and product/packaging illustration.
Both traditional and contemporary methods will be explored. Emphasis will be on the development of highly innovative concepts and further developing a personal visual code and approach, as well as the interpretation of subject matter.
Studies will include: introduction to a range of media, specific to above-mentioned fields of illustration; preparing artwork for publication; illustrating a specific text; portfolio presentation techniques; concept building skills.
Learning Objectives:
- have a comprehensive working knowledge of traditional techniques and media;
- become familiar with a more comprehensive range of illustration fields;
- produce high quality presentation visuals;
- develop a range of analytical and critical skills related to design practice;
- produce effective, full colour drawings and illustrations for publication;
- effective use of colour for maximum impact;
- further develop a personal style/visual code;
- develop the skills of an accomplished draughtsman.
Assessment by end of year examination (20%); three practical assignments (60%); visual journal (20%). Attendance of 80% at practical workshops is required to pass this subject unless prior arrangement has been made with the lecturer, academic adviser or Head of College.