GRART 8 Typography I

Units: 3
An introduction to typography for visual communications in the graphic design industries. The course emphasizes the use of typography in the design process, including aspects of analytical and creative design through typical media, for example: a brochure, poster, or magazine ad. Typographic graphic design projects for traditional and emerging technologies will be covered. Students explore the evolution and classification of letterforms from ancient to contemporary, and feature the investigation of structure, format, legibility, and expression. Exercises include both hand and digital skills, with an emphasis on the application of typography. (UC, CSU)