Introduction to Digital Art and Design

At the end of the course, students should be able to: 1. Appreciate the digital tool; 2. To understand, conceptualize and execute concepts with it; 3. Hone application in the use of the tools; 4. Domesticate the relevant soft wares for the execution of art and design challenges; and 5. Mastery of the digital device and space as artists and designers.

The course is an introduction to digital imaging for creative practice. It seeks to offer a well- rounded background in the history and craft of digital art and design. It presents the students with avenues for exploring the medium for visual rendering across specializations in the visual arts. The course offers essential computing and studio exploratory experience on the digital medium to provide artistic self-expression and concept transformation in two- and three- dimensional art and design rendering. Students must learn rudimentary and advanced techniques in vector and bitmap-based applications that will engender professional growth. Related software used in manipulating form across specializations in the visual arts is introduced, exploring software such as Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator.