Students who complete the program can expect to learn to:

• Prepare bitmap images for print or digital media using basic Photoshop retouching and correction techniques, collage, and compositing.
• Develop a basic proficiency in techniques for different kind of digital photoshoot, including still life, portraits, product photography, architecture, and action photography.
• Create vector art illustrations using shape drawing and freehand drawing tools, type tools, and transformation and distortion effects.
• Gain a basic understanding of creative and career options in the digital arts field (optional elective).
• Develop effective color schemes for different projects using the principles of color harmony.
• Create two-dimensional layouts that embody the principles of effective composition, such as unity, balance, rhythm, and proportion.
• Represent form by drawing contours, positive/negative space, and 3-dimensional shapes.
• Create vector-based illustrations from basic shapes, symbols, gradients, fill colors, symbols.
• Identify and discuss important movements in the history of art and their impact on art styles, themes, and techniques.
• Utilize advanced Photoshop tools such as transparency, brushes, and the Pen Tool to create illustrations, collages, and photorealistic art.