ART 220 - Typography

3 credits

Well designed typography is essential to any visual medium that uses text, including video, film,print publication, and the Internet. This course is an in depth exploration of type as form. Students begin with a close study of letterforms followed by projects that explore basic principles of typography such as hierarchy and alignment, visual sequences, and grid systems. An essential course for students interested in pursuing a career in Graphic Design. Software: Adobe InDesign.Class Hours: 3Not offered every semester.