UTD Course Information

Spring 2007 Arts 2380.002 (2D Design Foundations) Thursdays 2:30 – 5:15 p.m. Room 1.116
Arts 2380.501 (2D Design Foundations) Thursdays 7:00 – 9:45 p.m. Room 1.116

PLEASE NOTE THIS DOCUMENT IS SUBJECT TO CHANGES AND UPDATES BY THE PROFESSOR. THANK YOU.

Professor Contact Information

Lecturer/Adjunct Professor: Lorraine Tady Office: Classroom or AS 2.116
Contact: Email, Please specify in subject header of email UTD/Your Section/Your Name to ltady@dcccd.edu
Office Hours: In general, let’s talk about issues before they become problems. Face-to-face/ in-person discussions
(before or after class or by appt.) are preferred over lengthy phone or email correspondence.

Course Pre-requisites, Co-requisites, and/or Other Restrictions None

Course Description 2D Design Foundations is a studio workshop pertaining to the fundamentals of “The Elements of
Design” (Line, Space, Shape and Form/Volume, Texture, Motion, Value, Color) and “The Principles of Design” (Unity and
Variety, Balance, Rhythm and Emphasis, Proportion and Scale). Students are presented with visual problems to solve
and guided towards a process or method of investigation utilizing multiplicity, comparison, and variation; search and
uncertainty; and the application of analytical thinking. Assignments encourage an understanding, sensitivity, and
command of the visual language. Individual and group critiques.

Student Learning Objectives/Outcomes

ARTS 2380 2D Design
1.Students will develop visual perception along with verbal analysis of the visual elements such as line, shape, color…
and their use in 2-D design.
2.Students will experience art as a visual language and its ability to communicate without words. Student will develop the
understanding that “visual language” is the look and feel of an item of design, created by elements such as color, shape,
space, proportion, texture…it communicates on a level independent of the descriptive elements, literal or symbolic. It can
express emotional messages to its audience and they feel something.
3. Students will explore various mediums and techniques developing skills in their use and creative problem solving.
4.Students will develop a broader understanding of art and design with its historical importance and contemporary
concerns.

Required Textbooks and Materials No required textbooks. See materials list.

Suggested Course Materials (Book store has Design Basics)
I recommend: Design Basics by David A. Lauer and Stephen Pentak (Wadsworth/Thomson Learning, Belmont, CA, 2002)
provides an in-depth overview at low cost (regardless of edition.) Wucius Wong is another author whose design books are
engaging. Research design masters through Design and Form: The Basic Course at the Bauhaus and The Art of Color,
both by Johannes Itten; as well as Joseph Alber’s Interaction of Color.

Assignments & Academic Calendar

THE FOLLOWING IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE
Jan 11 First Day of class, introduction, material requirements; assign items to bring in (Jan 13 last day to Add)
Jan 18 The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly: items due for discussion on visual 2D design;
st
Assign Wucius Wong’s Exterior/Interior Variations (Due Feb 1 )
Jan 25 Area Division, The Grid, Scale, Proportion (Fibonnaci Series, Golden Rectangle, The Modular, etc.)
st
(Jan 24 last day to Drop) Assign Area Division Project (Due Feb 1 )
Feb 1 Area Division and Wucius Wong Variation Project Due; Assign Artist Research Project from class list (due Feb 8);
In-class Line Variation & Collection project with assignment “Found Compositions” cropping (Allover/ Open
composition, Closed composition/ emphasizing frame, Bold/dyanmic, Quiet/soft/diffuse, Composition of linear
values, Chance or bad composition; Negative Space; Texture/Value. Due Feb 8)
Feb 8 Line/Found compositions due. Crit. Artist Research Picture due for 10 Diagrams analyzing Picture (due Feb 22)
Feb 15 No class 7 Elements Challenge assigned (change through rearrangement Problem) or Texture problem
Feb 22 10 diagrams & 7 Elements due. In class Value; composing in 9 key, high key, middle key, and low key, Value
contrast, Area Contrast, Soft & hard edges; Value Project Assigned
Mar 1 Mid term evaluations. Value Project Due. Assign Dynamic Analysis Collage (Fragments of Text & Numbers) and
th
Word-Image Project (Due Mar 15 ). Any late work is due.
Mar 8 No Class; Spring Break; (Mar 13 Mid Term Grades due to university registrar)
Mar 15 Dynamic Analysis Collage and Word-Image due/crit; Introduction to Color: Value, Saturation, Hue. (Theory &
nd
Contrasts/project.) Color Wheel, Complementary Tonal Scales, Tints and Shades assigned due Mar 22 .
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Mar 22 Color: Value, Saturation, Hue ongoing. (Simultaneous Contrast Color Pak projects); Analogous, monochromatic,
complementary, and warm-cool color family - limited palette studies. Assign Analogous and Monochromatic same
design/different palette due Mar 29 (folded, stretched, traced, conglomerate design).
Mar 29 Analogous/Monochromatic Project due/crit. Color continued; Simultaneous Contrast Color Pak projects and the
th
Bezold Effect. Bezold Project I in-class, due April 5 .
Apr 5 Bezold Project I due. Johannes Itten 7 Color Contrasts explanation & project assigned due Apr 19th. Expanded
th
Bezold Project II in-class, due Apr 12 .
Apr 12 Bezold II due. Critique. Color Emotion and Subversion; Natural color vs. manufactured color Project
th
assigned due Apr 19 .
Apr 19 Last Regular Class. Itten 7 Contrasts Project due; Natural Color project due. Class discussions/in class projects
continued. Final Call for any late work is due on this day.
Apr 26 All semester work present; No late work accepted. Any remaining work held by professor is returned.
“Final Exam” during regular class time; critique (May 2 grades due by 10:00 a.m.)

Grading Policy
Concepts in this studio class can only be absorbed through the “hands-on, workshop experiences” characteristic of this class.
Attending all classes and participating in class studio and discussion activities is the best path to successful completion of this course.
The semester grade evaluates in-class work/participation, outside assignments, your midterm and final critique. Projects must be
completed by due dates for full credit. Projects are sequential for building your skills, so therefore all projects are important.
Expectations rise as the course advances and your skills improve.
Success and evaluation takes into consideration the following objectives:
(1) The commitment to attend full classes regularly and to be prepared with the proper materials for projects
(2) The completion of projects in a timely manner
(3) Portfolio of assigned work thoughtfully exhibits growth or understanding of design objectives and principles; and shows
results, commitment, effort, focus, complexity, and willingness to be open to new ideas. Work shows demonstrated
awareness of problems involved, experimentation within objectives, variety in solutions and investigations. Work exhibits
good craftsmanship, care, presentation and execution.
(4) Participation in class studio and discussions, critiques, and activities; maintains a good attitude and has a good work
ethic. Respects fellow students and studio property.
(5) Approximately 10 projects equally weighted; items 1-4 are evident in the work and work ethic
The above criteria suggests possible grade example outcomes:
A: All objectives/projects are achieved and exemplary commitment, effort, and results are demonstrated
in all work. Participation is excellent. The student is fully engaged in the process of learning.
B: All objectives/projects are achieved. Good results and good growth are demonstrated in work. The
student makes a strong effort. Good participation in class.
C: Many objectives are achieved, satisfactory results shown in most work. Some assignments may
be late or unfinished, due to a variety of reasons; and/or student’s habits may be influencing
their ability to practice, execute and grow skills important to the class objectives.
D: Important objectives are not achieved. Course work is late, incomplete, or missing for evaluations.
Student is struggling with class participation. Focus and commitment to the class objectives
may be factors.
F: Failed course. Lack of work, attendance too low, disruptive to learning process. Student should have
withdrawn by deadline.
Course & Instructor Policies
Retaining Artwork: Students must retain all artwork for review at the final critique. All artwork must be cared for and
available for evaluation at each class period (portfolio). Some student work may be selected and retained by the professor
temporarily. Work will be returned to the students.
Class discussion and critiques require mandatory participation and will be scheduled intermittently throughout the
semester. Critiques are the studio equivalents to a midterm test and a final exam. Yet unlike an exam, it is a group
discussion that requires you to be present the entire time and participate during the entire discussion. Missing a critique is
unacceptable.
Class etiquette:
During class, it is important to be mindfully present, therefore please turn off all cell phones, blackberry, beepers,
headphones, ipods, and (any thing of that nature) as well as attention to other class projects and non-class related
conversations.
Mid-term evaluation: You will receive a mid-term evaluation (date TBA) to help you determine where you stand grade-
wise and how you can improve or continue to sustain success. There are no extra credit projects.
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Attendance Policy: Concepts in this class can only be absorbed through the “hands-on, workshop experiences”
characteristic of this class. Attending all classes and participating in class studio and discussion activities is the best path
to successful completion of this course. Attend every class, on time, and do not leave class unexpectedly or early. We all
have challenges, so I have worked with a “Keep it Simple” policy as follows: For life’s unexpected upsets, you are allowed
ONE excused absence, and I don’t need an excuse or a doctor’s note. The second absence may influence your grade.
The third and each next absence automatically lowers your grade by one letter grade. A total of 5 absences will result in a
failing grade. I often repeat and review class material in class and I am always interested in helping you to understand
what you missed, however, it is your responsibility to consult with fellow student for updates, missed class material and
preparations for next class. Excused/Unexcused: Please note these guidelines apply to all “excused” and “unexcused”
absences, such as sickness, work schedule, family commitments, and transportation problems. I am available to provide
guidance with challenges and wish to ensure your attendance and successful completion of this course.
Missed class or late work policy/appointment policy: Since the instructor cannot repeat the lecture or demo
classroom experience for you, you are responsible for attending class, and, for missed class material you should consult a
fellow student for updates. Therefore, befriend your classmates and help each other with keeping up with missed class
material and preparations for next class. I am available to help you and to provide guidance with challenges and wish to
ensure your attendance and successful completion of this course. Often I repeat issues and assist students during class
as we work on the project (hence the “workshop”). Overall, I prefer face to face meetings during office hours and in-class
discussions Your project question may be shared by others and it is good to see each others work and learn from each
other.
Due dates, make-up work, etc. will be determined on a project by project basis. Each project due date will be
discussed in class. If you are absent on the date an assignment is due, it is expected that you will turn the project in on
the next class meeting day, and it will be considered “late”. Evaluation of the project will take into consideration that the
project was late and therefore that project cannot be an “A”. Overall, anything CHRONIC (things that happen more than
once) will adversely effect your grade. Anything other than “chronic” will be taken into consideration as a case in “learning,
growth or improvement” if the offense (aesthetic or practical) does not occur again.
Final Critique/Exam: see page 1, Final Exam during regular class time; critique
Tests, Papers: If there are any tests or papers, grading and weight of evaluation will be outlined when assigned.
Class projects, descriptions, due dates: will be announced in class sequentially.
Note to non-majors and majors: This is a visual and hands-on learning experience, and some students may
experience a learning curve with studio art materials or new ideas. However, growth is expected due to practice,
willingness to be open to new ideas, and through class and one on one discussions. For all students, as class progresses,
expectations rise. Strive to do your best. Attitude is important.

Outside Assignments: Generally there will be an outside assignment each week AND due the following class unless
specified. Each outside assignment is designed to fall within a university norm/parameter of a 4-6 hour time commitment
per project. Some students may not need that amount of time to successfully complete each assignment and some
assignments may not require as many hours. However, it is advised that students map out in their schedule at the
beginning of the semester when this 4-6 hour time commitment will occur (or two 2-3 hour sessions). Additionally,
students must recognize that unlike studying (which can be done virtually anywhere), the art projects require a suitable
work table setting (and time to set up, warm up your eyes, clean up, and self-critique - hence the 4-6 hour commitment.)
The art studios are open and you are welcome to work in them if they are not in use by a class. Please clean up after
yourself and keep the art studios orderly.

Classroom breaks: Generally studio classes of this length do not have scheduled class breaks due to their workshop
atmosphere. It is advised that students prepare themselves for class so that they do not have to take a break and risk
missing important information. However, natural pauses in the class occur. The best time to take a break is after the
critique and lecture, during the time when you are allowed to work in class on an assigned project, and when the
professor is working individually with students. Please do not disrupt the class when you enter or leave. Habitual frequent
breaks or long absences from class are discouraged and will effect your grade.

Field Trip Policies TBA

Student Conduct & Discipline

The University of Texas System and The University of Texas at Dallas have rules and regulations for the orderly and
efficient conduct of their business. It is the responsibility of each student and each student organization to be
knowledgeable about the rules and regulations which govern student conduct and activities. General information on
student conduct and discipline is contained in the UTD publication, A to Z Guide, which is provided to all registered
students each academic year. (continued next page)
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(Student Conduct & Discipline continued…)The University of Texas at Dallas administers student discipline within the
procedures of recognized and established due process. Procedures are defined and described in the Rules and
Regulations, Board of Regents, The University of Texas System, Part 1, Chapter VI, Section 3, and in Title V, Rules on
Student Services and Activities of the university’s Handbook of Operating Procedures. Copies of these rules and
regulations are available to students in the Office of the Dean of Students, where staff members are available to assist
students in interpreting the rules and regulations (SU 1.602, 972/883-6391). A student at the university neither loses the
rights nor escapes the responsibilities of citizenship. He or she is expected to obey federal, state, and local laws as well
as the Regents’ Rules, university regulations, and administrative rules. Students are subject to discipline for violating the
standards of conduct whether such conduct takes place on or off campus, or whether civil or criminal penalties are also
imposed for such conduct.

Academic Integrity
The faculty expects from its students a high level of responsibility and academic honesty. Because the value of an
academic degree depends upon the absolute integrity of the work done by the student for that degree, it is imperative that
a student demonstrate a high standard of individual honor in his or her scholastic work.
Scholastic dishonesty includes, but is not limited to, statements, acts or omissions related to applications for enrollment or
the award of a degree, and/or the submission as one’s own work or material that is not one’s own. As a general rule,
scholastic dishonesty involves one of the following acts: cheating, plagiarism, collusion and/or falsifying academic records.
Students suspected of academic dishonesty are subject to disciplinary proceedings.
Plagiarism, especially from the web, from portions of papers for other classes, and from any other source is unacceptable
and will be dealt with under the university’s policy on plagiarism (see general catalog for details). This course will use the
resources of turnitin.com, which searches the web for possible plagiarism and is over 90% effective.

Email Use
The University of Texas at Dallas recognizes the value and efficiency of communication between faculty/staff and
students through electronic mail. At the same time, email raises some issues concerning security and the identity of each
individual in an email exchange. The university encourages all official student email correspondence be sent only to a
student’s U.T. Dallas email address and that faculty and staff consider email from students official only if it originates from
a UTD student account. This allows the university to maintain a high degree of confidence in the identity of all individual
corresponding and the security of the transmitted information. UTD furnishes each student with a free email account that
is to be used in all communication with university personnel. The Department of Information Resources at U.T. Dallas
provides a method for students to have their U.T. Dallas mail forwarded to other accounts.

Withdrawal from Class

The administration of this institution has set deadlines for withdrawal of any college-level courses. These dates and times
are published in that semester's course catalog. Administration procedures must be followed. It is the student's
responsibility to handle withdrawal requirements from any class. In other words, I cannot drop or withdraw any student.
You must do the proper paperwork to ensure that you will not receive a final grade of "F" in a course if you choose not to
attend the class once you are enrolled.

Student Grievance Procedures

Procedures for student grievances are found in Title V, Rules on Student Services and Activities, of the university’s
Handbook of Operating Procedures.
In attempting to resolve any student grievance regarding grades, evaluations, or other fulfillments of academic
responsibility, it is the obligation of the student first to make a serious effort to resolve the matter with the instructor,
supervisor, administrator, or committee with whom the grievance originates (hereafter called “the respondent”). Individual
faculty members retain primary responsibility for assigning grades and evaluations. If the matter cannot be resolved at
that level, the grievance must be submitted in writing to the respondent with a copy of the respondent’s School Dean. If
the matter is not resolved by the written response provided by the respondent, the student may submit a written appeal to
the School Dean. If the grievance is not resolved by the School Dean’s decision, the student may make a written appeal
to the Dean of Graduate or Undergraduate Education, and the deal will appoint and convene an Academic Appeals Panel.
The decision of the Academic Appeals Panel is final. The results of the academic appeals process will be distributed to all
involved parties.
Copies of these rules and regulations are available to students in the Office of the Dean of Students, where staff members
are available to assist students in interpreting the rules and regulations.
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Incomplete Grade Policy
As per university policy, incomplete grades will be granted only for work unavoidably missed at the semester’s end
and only if 70% of the course work has been completed. An incomplete grade must be resolved within eight (8) weeks
from the first day of the subsequent long semester. If the required work to complete the course and to remove the
incomplete grade is not submitted by the specified deadline, the incomplete grade is changed automatically to a grade
of F.

Disability Services
The goal of Disability Services is to provide students with disabilities educational opportunities equal to those of their
non-disabled peers. Disability Services is located in room 1.610 in the Student Union. Office hours are Monday and
Thursday, 8:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.; Tuesday and Wednesday, 8:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.; and Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
The contact information for the Office of Disability Services is:
The University of Texas at Dallas, SU 22
PO Box 830688
Richardson, Texas 75083-0688
(972) 883-2098 (voice or TTY)
Essentially, the law requires that colleges and universities make those reasonable adjustments necessary to eliminate
discrimination on the basis of disability. For example, it may be necessary to remove classroom prohibitions against
tape recorders or animals (in the case of dog guides) for students who are blind. Occasionally an assignment
requirement may be substituted (for example, a research paper versus an oral presentation for a student who is
hearing impaired). Classes enrolled students with mobility impairments may have to be rescheduled in accessible
facilities. The college or university may need to provide special services such as registration, note-taking, or mobility
assistance.
It is the student’s responsibility to notify his or her professors of the need for such an accommodation. Disability
Services provides students with letters to present to faculty members to verify that the student has a disability and
needs accommodations. Individuals requiring special accommodation should contact the professor after class or
during office hours.

Religious Holy Days

The University of Texas at Dallas will excuse a student from class or other required activities for the travel to and
observance of a religious holy day for a religion whose places of worship are exempt from property tax under Section
11.20, Tax Code, Texas Code Annotated.
The student is encouraged to notify the instructor or activity sponsor as soon as possible regarding the absence,
preferably in advance of the assignment. The student, so excused, will be allowed to take the exam or complete the
assignment within a reasonable time after the absence: a period equal to the length of the absence, up to a maximum
of one week. A student who notifies the instructor and completes any missed exam or assignment may not be
penalized for the absence. A student who fails to complete the exam or assignment within the prescribed period may
receive a failing grade for that exam or assignment.
If a student or an instructor disagrees about the nature of the absence [i.e., for the purpose of observing a religious
holy day] or if there is similar disagreement about whether the student has been given a reasonable time to complete
any missed assignments or examinations, either the student or the instructor may request a ruling from the chief
executive officer of the institution, or his or her designee. The chief executive officer or designee must take into
account the legislative intent of TEC 51.911(b), and the student and instructor will abide by the decision of the chief
executive officer or designee.

Off-Campus Instruction and Course Activities

Off-campus, out-of-state, and foreign instruction and activities are subject to state law and University policies and
procedures regarding travel and risk-related activities. Information regarding these rules and regulations may be found
at the website address given below. Additional information is available from the office of the school dean.
(http://www.utdallas.edu/Business Affairs/Travel_Risk_Activities.htm)

These descriptions and timelines are subject to change at the discretion of the Professor.
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SUPPILIES - Required
Bring all items by next class (and bring all items to classes). Keep receipts. You may need to replenish items
during the semester. (Do not purchase items prior to first day of class discussion.)
Reminder/Assignment: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly: Items due for discussion on visual 2D design
The following items can be from recycled sources or from the grocery store:
A notebook or sketchbook sectioned for this class only, for assignments, lecture notes, hand-outs
Cheap Pentel or Bic #2 0.7 mm mechanical pencil
Some kind of water jar, recycled plastic with lid
Combination or key lock for locker
Box, backpack, or bag to carry supplies in (students often use Asel’s shopping bag provided with kit)
Big Letters and numbers from newspaper glossies, advertisements, mailers
2D Design/Tady “KIT” pre-assembled/discount purchase at Asel Art, S/W corner of I75 and Beltline, (3 doors
down from McDonald’s facing the highway, phone 972-690-6320:
Red Rope paper portfolio or handmade cardboard portfolio big enough (20x26”) for 18x24” drawing pad and
projects
Cheap, clear triangle, not too small, such as a 30/60/90, 8” OR 45/45/90, 8”
Exacto pen with blade
Rubber cement, such as 4 oz. with brush
Tracing paper (such as Hytone parchment 100), 14x17”
White vinyl/plastic eraser, such as Mars Staedtler
Nylon pen (black-fine point .005 or .20MM), such as Micron
Binder Clips, such as Bulldog clips (2 of the approximately 2” or 3”size for example)
Masking Tape, ½”, the cheap kind (drafting tape is NOT necessary)
Strathmore Drawing Pad (Series 400) 18x24” or similar smooth surface type – top bound, white or cream
Ruler 12” or 18”, cork back works best, but not necessary
Ink, 1 oz. such as Higgins
Palette Kit #1013 or similar (plastic palette, 9 ¾” x 13 ½”, for watercolors, large mixing area, 20 tubs/wells, lid,
storage)
Sabelline brush (Round, size 4) Artificial, synthetic sabelline (at least one, students may find 2-3 helpful) OR #6
American Painter 2300 Shader
Designer Colors Gouache, Windsor/Newton:
Ivory Black, Zinc White, Cadmium Yellow Pale, Cobalt blue, Magenta red (14ml)

(Items may be separated into 2 kits, with a second kit for purchase mid semester. Both kits will need to be
purchased. You may need to replenish some items during the semester.)

If you desire, you may assemble supplies from other merchants such as Hobby Lobby, MJDesigns, Michaels,
Sav On Office, Office Depot, Office Max. For those of you continuing to take art classes, you should also
consider the following online suppliers (allow 5-7 days shipping) www.dickblick.com www.danielsmith.com
www.utrecht.com www.pearlpaint.com www.cheapjoes.com

Items provided by instructor: 6B pencil, Ink, specialized Color Pak Paper

Please read your syllabus and ask questions in the first two weeks of school. Please keep this copy and cut
and return the bottom to me as requested (by the second or third class meeting).

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