9074 - Exploration in Design I

Course Description

Advanced Program Online is evolving! 

Students interested in completing the certificate must enroll in all remaining required courses by Spring or Summer 2025. Keep an eye out for a new online pre-collegiate experience in Summer 2026.

Artwork by Tina J.

Design is a planning process and a way to create impact and expand ideas. In this class students investigate line, shape, color, value, pattern, texture, space and form. Experimentation with scale, transparency, transition and a variety of approaches allows students to create a personalized collection of studies and completed works. Students explore painting methods and materials such as gouache and acrylic; in addition, students may incorporate ink and basic printmaking techniques. From initial sketches to final projects, students develop a core practice to help in the success of current and future work.

This is the first part of a two-part offering of Exploration in Design.

Notes

This is a 4-week course that includes 2 live Zoom meetings outlined in the schedule of the section. In this intensive course, students should expect to spend a minimum of 5 hours per week of engaging in coursework. Students should plan their schedules accordingly to keep up with the class.

Applies Towards the Following Certificates

• Advanced Program Online : Essential Fundamentals: Exploration in Design