schedule - anm102 history of graphic and web design · pdf filereading: meggs’ history...

s c h e d u l eFall 2010 | Instructor: Andrea Stork | e: [email protected] | v: 269.488.4701 ext. 2068

Class: Tues. 6-8:55pm, Rm. 070 | Office Hrs: 30 min. before & after class Rm. 070

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SCHEDULE1 | 09.07 LECTURE:Introduction:courseoverview,supplies,studentinformation,coursestructure;

ACTIVITY:ReviewTimelineProjectREADING: Meggs’ History of Graphic Design: Chapters1–4(pgs.4–59)

2 | 09.14 LECTURE:ProloguetoGraphicDesign:Inventionofwriting;IntrotoResearchPaper1ACTIVITY:Timeline:15,000BCthrough1450ADChapters1–4READING:Meggs’ History of Graphic Design: Chapters5–8(pgs.64–130)

3 | 09.21 LECTURE:AGraphicRenaissance:OriginsoftypographythroughdesignforprintingACTIVITY: Timeline:1275through1800ADChapters5–8READING:Meggs’ History of Graphic Design: Chapters9–10(pgs.134–189)

4 | 09.28 LECTURE:GraphicDesignandtheIndustrialRevolution;Arts&CraftsMovementACTIVITY:Timeline:1765through1940Chapters9–10READING:Meggs’ History of Graphic Design: Chapter11(pgs.190–220)

5 | 10.05 LECTURE:ArtNouveauACTIVITY: Timeline:1860–1940Chapter11READING:Meggs’ History of Graphic Design: Chapters12–13(pgs.221–268

6 | 10.12 LECTURE:20th–CenturyDesign;InfluenceofModernArt:Cubism,Dada,Surrealism RESEARCHPAPER1DUE:InfluentialDesigners(20pts.)ACTIVITY:Timeline:1898–1934Chapters12–13READING:Meggs’ History of Graphic Design: Chapters14–15(pgs.269–309)

7 | 10.19 LECTURE:PictorialModernism;Plakastil,PostcubistModernism;NewLanguageofFormACTIVITY: Timeline:1844–1944Chapters14–15READING:Meggs’ History of Graphic Design: Chapters16–17(pgs.310–352)Chapters16–17

8 | 10.26 LECTURE:TheBauhaus;TheModernMovementinAmerica;IntrotoResearchPaper2ACTIVITY: Timeline:1919–1943Chapters16–17READING:Meggs’ History of Graphic Design: Chapters18–19(pgs.356–398)

9 | 11.02 LECTURE:InternationalTypographicStyle;TheNewYorkSchoolACTIVITY:Timeline:Chapters18–19READING:Meggs’ History of Graphic Design: Chapters18–19(pgs.399–445)

10 | 11.09 LECTURE:CorporateIdentityandtheConceptualImageACTIVITY: Timeline:1944–1996Chapters20–21READING:Meggs’ History of Graphic Design: Chapters22–23(pgs.447–487)

11 | 11.16 LECTURE:ModernArtMovementinAmericaACTIVITY:Timeline:Chapters22–23READING:Meggs’ History of Graphic Design: Chapter24(pgs.488–530)

12 | 11.23 LECTURE:InternationalTypographicStyle:TheSwissInfluence RESEARCHPAPER2DUE:DesignMovements(20pts.)ACTIVITY: Timeline:Chapter24

13 | 11.30 ACTIVITY TIMELINESDUEFORPRESENTATION(50pts.)

14 | 12.07 ACTIVITY TIMELINEDUEFORPRESENTATION

15 | 12.14 ACTIVITY Wrap–upandReview;ReturnallTimelines



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SectionNumber:11491 CreditHours:3CourseTitle: ANM 102 History Graphic & Web DesignClassMeetings: Tuesday, 6:00 pm to 8:55 pm, Rm. 070Instructor: Andrea StorkContact: 269.488-4701 ext. 2068 or [email protected]:Rm 070, Tuesdays 1/2 hour before/after class or by apt.

INSTRUCTIONALSTRATEGYIn this course, the history of graphic design as it relates to print and web will be explored. Emphasis will be on examining the philosophies and practices of influential designers from the 20th century to present. Students will also study the influences of the digital revolution on web, social media, and how we interact visually.

CLASSOVERVIEWClass time will include lectures, discussions, and a variety of activities to reinforce the concepts presented. Expect a MINIMUM of four hours per week on textbook readings, written papers, activities. Two major papers along with a mid-term and final exam will be included.

LEARNINGOBJECTIVESUpon successful completion of this course, you will be able to:

• recognize and identify the work of influential graphic designers of the 20 and 21st century• identify significant design schools and movements that influence the work of modern graphic designers• develop an understanding of the chronology of graphic design periods and styles• place graphic design movements in a context of world events• understand the effect of popular culture on graphic design trends• understand the effect of changing technologies on the field of graphic design• develop the ability to analyze, judge, and articulate the aesthetic considerations of various movements

throughout graphic design history

CLASSCOREQUISITESANM104 Design Theory & Practice and ANM105 Drawing Basics for New Media

PHILOSOPHYYour overall success in this class depends on your participation, so you are expected to stay current on the weekly chapter readings and any assigned activities. If you miss a class, ask a classmate to fill you in (or e-mail/meet with me. I’m not your mom or spouse, so am not checking up on you. I just want you to stay tuned in.) The level of your participation is fairly subjective, but suffice it to say, after years of teaching, I know when a student is engaged, focused, and enthusiastic about learning. Showing up prepared and getting actively involved promotes learning. And as I understand it, that’s why you’re here. Among other things, class participation includes being seated and ready to listen and follow instructions at the start of class (Bring coffee or anything that will keep you awake for the lectures. Arrive on time and be prepared. Class will begin promptly at 6:00 p.m.) A professional attitude is imperative. A demonstration of your attention, enthusiasm, interest, and organization will really impress me and is considered in grading.



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TEXTANDSUPPLIESMeggs’ History of Graphic Design—Fourth Edition, Philip B. Meggs and Alston W. Purvis; John Wiley & Sons, Inc., Publisher.

GRADINGYour grade will be based on completion of class activities/presentations, mid and final exams, two research papers, and class participation. Your work will be evaluated in terms of quality, quantity and intensity of effort as it reflects an understanding of the subject matter. The final grade will consist of the combined total of points accumulated. All assignments are due at the specified deadline noted on the schedule. Any assignment not handed in on time will automatically lose 5 points. NO ASSIGNMENTS WILL BE ACCEPTED AFTER ONE WEEK OF THE DUE DATE unless prior arrangements have been made with the instructor.

ATTENDANCEYour attendance in class is required. Being on time is expected and equally important. New information and discussions will be held each week beginning at 6:00 pm, and cannot easily be “made up.” Five points will be awarded each class period for attendance. Arriving 15+ minutes late will automatically deduct 2.5 points. Arriving after 7:00 pm or leaving during break will forfeit all points for the class period. Any absences after TWO will result in a loss of .5 off your FINAL course grade. Breaks will be provided during each class. If you must leave early, or are absent, please contact me BEFORE the next class for missed information. If you are absent on a day an assignment is due, you are required to submit an electronic version before class begins on the day in question.

CLASSSTRUCTURE• Cellphones, and all other electronic devices must be turned off during class times.• SUBMITTED FILES must follow specific guidelines when handing in electronically. All must be labeled as

follows:• Electronic Files: FIRST INITIAL, LAST NAME_PROJECT TITLE. FILE EXT (kmatson_Type Poster.ai)• All electronic files and/or folders will be handed into the WORK AREA folder on the SERVER when printed

copy of projects are due. Missed deadlines will result in a 5 point loss to your project grade (see above—Grading).

CLASSE-MAILCORRESPONDANCE:• Use KVCC’s VIPMAIL account for all course correspondence. This will be my preferred method of reaching

you, so be sure to check it often during the week• Subject line contains descriptive title (missed class) or (question about Type Poster)• Correct grammar and punctuation• Please sign in when entering class. It is your responsibility to mark attendance each week.• Checking e-mail, checking Facebook, etc., are allowed during break time only.



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TIMELINEASSIGNMENT

OVERVIEWThe student will prepare a timeline representing the time periods covered throughout the course of the class. The timeline will be created in weekly installments, with one large timeline presented by each student at the end of the semester. The method and media used to create the timeline and final presentation may vary from student to student. Group work and in-class discussions will be utilized to help facilitate the creation of the students’ individual timelines each week.

PURPOSEOFTHEASSIGNMENTThis assignment is meant to give the student a sense of the scope and “flow” of the history of graphic design by allowing the student to portray, in some visual medium, a working timeline which can be used both now, and as a detailed reference in student’s academic and professional future. It is to the student’s credit to not only be able to recall specific names and events from history, but also to grasp the overall cohesive flow of events and movements in history and how they gave birth to new events and movements. The creation of a timeline, as an accessible reference tool, will help the student to achieve this desired historical “scope” or perspective.

ASSIGNMENTSPECIFICSEach week, the students will break into small groups to discuss the readings and revelations from the week’s textbook chapters. The purpose of these groups is to allow the students to discuss and analyze what they have read in the book and how it pertains to the importance of graphic design history. Students will work together to discern what matters of importance stood out in the week’s readings and how these events, persons or happenings might best be represented on each student’s individual timelines. (Remember: uniformity of thought or ideas is not the key, but a healthy discussion which allows each student to discern their own sense of what is important from that week’s readings about graphic design history. In short, don’t be afraid to be different and unique in your thoughts and findings.)

After groups are finished and the week’s lecture has concluded, students will be afforded time to work on their individual timelines in class. However, work will almost certainly be required outside of class as well. The instructor will check the progress of individual progress throughout the semester.

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