Political Cartoons
Have a look at http://gre09toons.blogspot.com/ for some examples of student’s work from last year.
See Presentation at:
http://prezi.com/cna-lwm6kyhh/edit/#26_27566
Codes: DESI 1115 [3D] and DESI 1109 [GD] Architecture & Construction
George Cruikshank (27/9/1792 – 1/2/1878, England) George Cruikshank is considered by some to be one of the best illustrators that Britain has produced. He could draw as soon as he could write. From the beginning he was concerned with satire, achieving public notice with painting theatre backdrops. His political caricature work was soon overtaken by his work as a book illustrator. His best known work was for Charles Dickens with ‘Oliver Twist’.
Communication Media for Design Department.
Course Title: Art & Design in Context [1]
Course Co-ordinator: Mark Ingham
Level: 1 Credit: 15 Assessment weighting: 25%
Introduction & Rationale
Design has grown into a discipline that involves everything from print to architecture and new media. Designers need a broad understanding of the histories of art and design and the issues of visual culture in order to remain relevant. Advertisements, posters, logos, magazines and films can be held up as signposts of artistic, commercial and technological achievement and should be preserved and studied for their historical, cultural and contextual relevance. This course introduces students to the field of inquiry and further develops their design literacy skills.
Background and Aims
It is important to understand the social, historical, theoretical and creative contexts in which design ideas and products are being and have been produced. The past helps artists and designers understand the present contexts in which their work is made. Ideas, images, people, products, events from the past and present are sources of inspiration for us all.
Aims
• To introduce the students to the histories of art & design.
• To introduce the psychological context of art and design and the medium of
communication.
• To introduce the key social and professional concerns affecting the design field.
• To introduce the students to methods of analysis and evaluation
Learning Outcomes
On completing the course students will have:
• A good knowledge of the history of art and design.
• Knowledge of specialised aspects of the subject area.
• An insight into social, political and global design issues.
• To develop initial skills in design literacy, critical analysis and comment.
Content
You will be given a series of research based briefs throughout the term. These will help you with your research skills and give you an understanding of how to contextualise your own work. You will also be asked to write a series of postcards about a chosen artist
Learning and Teaching Activities
Lectures and seminars
Workshops
Gallery and museum visits
Essays
Presentations
What will be Assessed
Two studio-based projects: Political Cartoons and Time Travel (25% each)
Research/writing project: Postcard essay (25%)
Construction of Portfolio and WordPress Blog(25%)
Leave a Reply