ART117

Define and effectively manipulate the elements and principles of design to successfully solve three-dimensional design problems

Understand the basics of structural integrity and the construction of 3-D forms.

Gain an understanding of a variety of materials through experimentation.

Demonstrate various idea generation strategies to solve design problems and develop concepts using sketches, drawings, and maquettes."

Develop visualization skills and the component of actual space in three-dimensional form.

Increase awareness and understanding of the visual, physical, and social aspects of modern and contemporary three-dimensional artworks.

Ability to analyze an artworks form and interpret its content using visual language.

Begin to apply conceptual ideas to artwork. In addition to the application of elements and principles of design common to 3-D design, other problems specific to 3-D design to be addressed: Presentation issues including but not limited to: relief, free standing, suspended, tabletop, site-specific, installation Surface and color Actual Positive and Negative space (mass and void) Movement and sequence Craftsmanship