Below is a summary of the courses I am currently teaching at Pierce College in the Digital Design and New Media Department. Wanna take a class with me? Reach out! Many of the courses are available fully online and asynchronous and I would love to have you as a student. If you have questions about how to enroll, I am happy to help!
ddsgn110 - introduction to graphic design & rich media
Overview of the interactive Digital Design field. Introduction to terminology, changes, and trends, in the business and industry. Discussion of various media, such as image manipulation, internet, digital, video, sound and ethics.
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ddsgn131 - Digital illustration (formerly: TECH IN illustration)
This illustration course is focused on expanding creativity through the process of ideation and visualization. Students will build upon previous skills to explore more in depth ways of making professional quality illustrations in a variety of fields including: advertising, editorial, sequential, and experimental approaches. Emphasis will be placed on process, research, and the production of portfolio quality pieces. Students will explore a variety of traditional and digital techniques while developing critical thinking and problem solving skills.
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ddsgn140 - 3d modeling
This course provides a thorough introduction to creating high quality 3D models using industry standard 3D software. Emphasis will be placed on developing 3D graphics and environments from concept to completion by introducing techniques in low and high poly modeling, texturing, lighting, and rendering for animation and games.
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ddsgn160 - Fundamentals of Digital Photography & ADOBE PHOTOSHOP
Introduction to visual concepts, image capture and functions of digital cameras. Explores the techniques and applications of correcting, manipulating and outputting digitized photographic images and digital artwork utilizing Adobe Photoshop.
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ddsgn170- video production
The study of video production techniques utilizes current and historical elements of design and composition theory to introduce digital formats such as video, still images, sound, and music into digital production.
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DDSGN210 - Motion graphics
Introduction to the principles and elements of motion graphic design and to the design and delivery of interactive media projects. Learn the theoretical aspects of media and interactivity as they create content-driven design and animation.
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ddsgn211 - 2d animation in adobe animate
Learn a variety of techniques to create 2D animations using Adobe Animate. Practice animation techniques and analyze their impact on an audience. This course will review the technical and historical evolution of animation.
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