Art and Design Foundations (FDS)

Color and Composition is a foundational course that concentrates on the principles and elements of design, color theory, 2D compositional strategies and problem solving through the use of both traditional and digital media.

Observational Drawing is an introductory course designed to develop and expand the student's observational abilities and rendering skills. A variety of subject matter and concepts are explored, including linear perspective and the figure.

Form and Space is a foundational course that teaches strategies for creating objects and working with spatial considerations. Both traditional methods and time-based/digital tools are introduced.

Expressive and Expanded Drawing develops the student's skills through advanced methods and approaches to drawing. In addition to an initial review of observational drawing basics, the course focuses on conceptual, expressive, and expanded drawing challenges through traditional and digital media.