This course provides a foundation in the fundamentals of two dimensional art and design. In a sequence of hands-on exercises and projects, you’ll be introduced to the concepts of line, shape, space, texture, value and color. Using a wide variety of materials and methods, each student is encouraged to develop his/her own design vocabulary and repertoire of practical techniques. Slide presentations and critiques are structured informally to encourage dialogue and to provide you and your colleagues with an opportunity to translate visual evidence into words. Beyond the concepts and skills covered throughout the course, it is hoped that the overall experience will open a window towards self-expression and arts appreciation.