GRDS 2103 - Advanced Typography

Common Course Number: GDES 21003
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 2 Lecture, 4 Studio
Offered: Spring

Explores advanced typographic techniques, including the digital mechanics of kerning, tracking, leading, special characters, ligatures, punctuation, font and color choices. Projects simultaneously target minute details and overall effect of sophisticated type handling. Visual order, type hierarchy, symbolism, and cultural aspects of type design are emphasized.

Prerequisite: ART 1551 - Admissions Portfolio or consent of instructor