An artistic exploration of 2D paint, image manipulation, and vector based programs using various peripherals such as scanners, tablets, digital cameras, and image capture techniques.
Investigation of artistic digital printing technology.

Five studio hours. Prerequisites: ARTC 201, ART 102, ART 103, ART 112 or consent of instructor.

Class lectures will include demonstrations, discussions of readings, theory and artwork, and technical exploration.

Class time will be available exploring software and hardware tools and working on projects; outside work will also be required to complete assigned projects.

Students will learn to use the computer as a tool for creating artwork.

The conceptualization and creation of artwork is the primary focus; attaining expertise in the operation of the software and hardware used in this class is important in acquiring the necessary skills to create the work.

Students will also be expected to build knowledge in the area of art history and theory as it applies to the course material. Reading and research assignments and class lecture/discussions will be focused on providing students with pertinent art history and theory to enhance the conceptual development of their work on project assignments.

Students will be expected to demonstrate a level of expertise, through in-class work and assignments, in the following areas:

Corel Painter X, Adobe Photoshop CS3, Macintosh and Windows NT operating systems.

Selections from The Computer in the Visual Arts. Spalter, Anne Morgan, 1999. Addison-Wesley.

and additional readings

Readings will be distributed in class, online, or at Jerome Library.

USB Flash Drive and/or DVD-R or CD-R discs for archiving work.

Sketchbook for Journal

Binder or folder for organizing course hand outs

Paper, transparency or other material required for printing assignments at CAT or Graphic Design labs.

Instructor will give advance notice of cost, material required for each assignment.

Assigned project grades will include a technical component, conceptual and aesthetic evaluation. Each assignment will clearly state the goals and areas of grading.

Students are expected to complete all assignments, which need to be submitted on the due date. Assignments will not be accepted late. If an assignment is turned in later, the final grade will be reduced by one letter grade for each class it is late.

ANY CLASS MISSED WILL NOT BE REPEATED. IT IS YOUR SOLE RESPONSIBILITY TO CONTACT YOUR CLASS COLLEAGUES FOR MISSED INFORMATION.

Work lost because of computer/software crashes or failure to back up files, will be counted as a zero. Learn to save frequently, and back-up and maintain multiple copies of work constantly distributed across different storage media. These are important habits to develop for your career. No excuses for lost work.

It is the student’s responsibility to read and understand the assignment sheets. Ask questions directly or via email if you do not understand an assignment, as soon as possible.

Letter Grades



Criteria for evaluation of projects:

Quality of work relating to concepts, ideas, aesthetics as well as effective and creative use of tools.

Excused Absence and Late

Attendance at critiques is mandatory - failure to attend will result in an unexcused absence and lowering of final grade by 10%.

Unexcused Absence

Breaks will be announced by the instructor. Being excessively late after a break will result in an absence.

Please refer BGSU school policy regarding plagiarism and academic honesty.

The Jerome Library will be a resource for this class. The instructor will direct you to specific resources located at the library four use during the semester.

Food and drinks are not permitted in the classroom

Downloading software or installing software on the computers is not allowed.

Headphones must be used when listening to audio on the computers. Adjust the volume so that the sound is not bleeding and disrupting fellow students.

Cell phone and beepers should be turned off during class time.

Do not answer cell phone calls or send and receive text messages in class.

No instant messaging during class time.

During studio time, if you are not working on a class project, find work related to the course subject or ask the instructor for guidance.

Keep digital files for class organized on the local space and backed up to storage media. Always have at least two copies of your work at the end of class on separate media to prevent the loss of data is one media fails.

For more information about additional policies such as course fees, course drops and refunds, and a refund schedule, please see your student catalog.

Any student who wishes to discuss accommodations on the basis of a disability - please discuss with me after class or during office hours.

The goal of the Disability Services for Students Office is to help provide equal access and reasonable accommodations to BGSU students with disabilities.

Students wishing to discuss their eligibility for such accommodations are encouraged to contract their office at 419.372.8459 (413 South Hall).

This Syllabus is subject to change during the course – the instructor will notify students of changes.