art 83 - intro to graphic design

Art 83 - Intro to Graphic Design

Bronx Community College

office tel: (718) 289-5341

Prof. Roni Ben-Nun
email: bennun@optonline.net
Office Hours: Tuesdays, 12 – 1 PM,
Bliss Hall, Room 311

Course Syllabus:

Introductory course to Graphic Design, focusing on the relationship between image and type and the fundamental elements of page layout. An emphasis is made on developing students’ conceptual and technical skills, artistic vocabulary, and professional presentation skills along with the use of a variety of media. Numerous projects and exercises throughout the semester range from the development of graphic icons to the design of promotional pieces.

Class Rules:

Students are expected to have a professional, serious attitude. Lateness and absences will not be tolerated; you must show up in time and to all classes. Assignments must be handed in by the deadline given and be up to professional standards; I expect you to treat your work with respect. This is a college-level course, designed to prepare you for a career in the commercial arts – you must be responsible, dedicated, and professional!

Grade Evaluation:

Punctuality and attendance

Participation in class discussions

Application and exploration of design concepts, techniques, and vocabulary

Demonstration of creative problem-solving and artistic growth

Timely completion of all assignments

Positive and cooperative attitude

Supply List:

Pencils 4H, HB, 6B

Plastic eraser (Mars Staedler)

Black Technical pen (Pilot)

Black Sharpee Marker

X-acto knife and blades

Cutting Board (no smaller than 14X17)

Rubber cement

Rubber cement pick-up

T-square ruler (18” and larger)

Gouache paints (set of 8 or more colors)

Watercolor brushes: #1, #4, #8 small, medium, large (don’t buy the cheapest)

14” X 17” Bristol pad

four (4) 15” X 20” cold press illustration boards (white on one side only)

Portfolio (any kind, larger than 15” X 20”)

Art Bin (for carrying all your supplies).

100 MB iomega Zip disk (PC compatible)

Art Supply Stores:
The Art Store, 1-5 Bond St.
Pearl Paint, 308 Canal St. (Broadway/ Church)
Utrecht Art & Drafting Supplies, 111 4th Ave. (between 11th & 12th Streets)