ART 116 Basic Design II: Color
Explore basic color theory and systems for organizing color harmonies. Students are exposed to art historical references and simple physics/optics as they relate to color, and encouraged to think and write critically about color as a form of expression. Students also will develop a critical awareness of color in studio practice, learn historical and cultural context of color usage, and discuss color as a means of visual communication. ART 115 recommended, but not required.
Notes
Lower Division Transfer (LDT) Course
General Education Requirements
AGS Humanities/Arts, AS Liberal Arts Core 1,
Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
Recognize how color enhances personal awareness and creativity. Demonstrate fundamentals of color theory and its application to fine and applied arts. Interpret color usage in works of art. Show competence with color theory vocabulary and its application. Show a proficiency with the material used to explore color.