ART 470 - Typography

4 credits

Students will learn the basic principles of typography including the study of letter forms, type classification, legibility, layering, sequencing, organization and hierarchy, as well as text applications and layouts. Typography will be explored as both a means of communication and a visual expression. Computer based primarily in InDesign and some Photoshop. (Alternate years.) Lab fee.

Prerequisite(s): ART 270, major or permission of instructor.