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Ecorche

Learn skeletal construction and musculature by sculpting an anatomical representation of the human body with the skin removed. Using plasteline figures, you’ll explore morphology, structural concepts, and rhythmic proportion. (This course is cross-listed with FASCU 632.)

Visual Storytelling

Discover the power of visual storytelling by studying the work of great directors and cinematographers. You will make numerous short films demonstrating a variety of pictorial concepts, refining your visual vocabulary. (This course is cross-listed with MPT 641.)

Quality of Light

Communicate using light. Learn practical skills using various light shaping tools and industry equipment. Explore the visual impact of your photos by adjusting the color, direction, and quality of light.

Node-Based Compositing 1

This advanced course covers skills needed to become a professional compositor. Students will focus on paying attention to detail, eye improvement, troubleshooting skills, efficiency of workflow, and maintaining the highest standards in image quality. Advanced keying techniques, float color space, tracking, and tricks of the trade are also covered.

Photography Principles and Techniques

Explore the technical and creative side of photography in this foundational skill-building class. You will learn camera operations through technical exercises, and will receive an introduction to lighting, exposure and composition through unique image assignments. Current trends and digital technologies necessary for professional photographers are discussed and explored.

Graphic Novel/Comic Book 1

Tell your stories sequentially. You’ll investigate the mechanics and structures of comics, storyboards, illustrated books, and film to create your own graphic short stories. (This course is cross-listed with ILL 620.)

Spanish 1: Basic Grammar and Speech

Hola! You’ll learn practical applications of basic principles of Spanish pronunciation, vocabulary, and grammar and gain an appreciation for Spanish and Latin American culture.

Advanced Visualization

Learn to quickly visualize products and vehicles using professional digital tools. You’ll build skills in perspective, form, and rendering to create clear, compelling visuals that communicate your design intent.

Design Technology: Visual Design Tools

Take a deep dive into the skills and tools behind industry-standard design and production: vector graphics and typography, color manipulation, workflow techniques, presentation and output methods, and more.

Digital Solid Modeling

Learn fundamental solid modeling, advanced part assembly, and how to export data for CNC output. You’ll generate orthographic drawings from 3D data created in class. (This course is cross-listed with IND 773.)