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| Drawing 2 | This course introduces students to methods of structural based drawing through rigorous observational practices. With an emphasis on composition, ideas such as light, shade, value contrast, tone, proportion, texture, mass, volume, and technique are introduced. Utilizing the study of natural and man-made objects, students become familiar with one, two, and three point perspective. | Class |
| Freshman Portfolio Review | This is a non-credit portfolio review taken by all Freshmen at the end of their second semester of study. Attendance at the Freshman portfolio review is mandatory as this is a graduation requirement. Prerequisite: two semesters of Foundation study
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| Life Drawing 1 | This course focuses on the basic anatomy of the human figure. Students improve their understanding of figure drawing through the studies of skeletal structures and muscle masses. Issues such as foreshortening, accurate proportion, lighting, and composition are explored. Prerequisite: none | Class |
| Life Drawing 2 | This course introduces students to expressive issues in drawing the human figure. Students learn to analyze the figure in terms of planes, masses, shapes, action, proportion, rhythm and personal mark making. Areas covered include: gesture, quick sketch, long poses, foreshortening and composition. Prerequisite: FD 1370 Life Drawing 1 | Class |
| Visual Design 2 | This course explores theories and practices of three-dimensional design. Students use a variety of materials, processes, and techniques to explore fundamental issues such as volume mass, gravity, tension, compression, light, color, and structure. Prerequisite: FD 1115 Visual Design 1 | Class |
| Digital Image Making | This course introduces students to the use of the computer as an image-making tool used across all art/design disciplines. Students are introduced to Photoshop and Illustrator techniques as well to printing and type management. At the conclusion of this course students will demonstrate their ability to solve visual, compositional, and technical problems on Mac/PC platforms. Prerequisite: none | Class |
| Drawing 1 | This course investigates the creative possibilities found in the act of drawing and thinking. Students draw from seen and invented subject matter to practice with conceptual ideas, experimental materials, and techniques. Drawing exercises emphasize composition, positive/negative space, figure-ground relationship, and multiple points of view. | Class |
| Visual Design 1 | This course investigates the language, theories, and practices of color and two-dimensional design in the visual arts. This course familiarizes students with the basic relationships between color and compositional practices such as space, unity, emphasis, balance, rhythm, and proportion. Prerequisite: none | Class |
| 2-D/3-D Advanced Compositing | Students study compositing techniques for matting 2-D and 3-D animation with live action. Techniques include blue/green screen set-up, lighting and camera techniques, using 2D/3D, motion tracking and compositing software. Students explore necessary pre and post-production project planning strategies to ensure seamless results invisible to the viewer. | Class |
| 3-D Advanced Character Creation Methods | Students assimilate their traditional abilities and character animation skills into the third dimension. They are exposed to advanced 3-D computer character animation methodology, including advanced modeling, UV mapping, rigging and advanced animation controls such as scripting and expressions. This is considered a Technical Director level class and is very advanced. | Class |
Rocky Mountain College of Art + Design
Denver, Colorado | 800.888.ARTS