BASIC DESIGN (Practical)

Paper Code: 
25VAC133
Credits: 
4
Contact Hours: 
60.00
Max. Marks: 
100.00
Objective: 

The course will enable the students to observe the art in accordance to the light & shade. Translate a 3D design into 2D through various compositions. The visual translation of foreshortening & respond to problems creatively and expressively, and develop designs utilizing the knowledge of colors, elements, and principles of composition.

 
Course Outcomes: 

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Course Outcomes 

Learning and teaching strategies

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Course Code

Course Title

25VAC 133

 

Basic Design

(Practical)

CO12:  Develop the ability to observe and represent the objects, designs, and patterns in the surrounding and create multiple layouts to fulfil the needs of client

 

CO13:  Create a portfolio showcasing a range of designs displaying the skill set based on rendering typography, shapes, and patterns using elements and principles of design.

 

CO14:  Demonstrate innovative thinking and originality in the design projects.

 

CO15:  Explain the concepts, inspiration, and rationale behind each design project and establish herself as a budding designer.

 

CO16: Contribute effectively in course-specific interaction.

Approach in teaching: Interactive Lectures, Discussion, Tutorials, Assignments, Brainstorming, Demonstration

 

Learning activities for the students: Self-Learning Assignments, Giving Tasks, Visualization, Experimenting, Sketching to Learn, Free Exploration, Focused Exploration

One Annual Practice Test, Daily, Layouts, Assignments, Observation, Student Teacher Interaction, Display and Final Submissions  

COURSE CONTENT:

Fundamentals of 2D design examine the organizational principles common to all two dimensional art. In a series of practical assignments, students explore line, shape, scale, pattern and other elements of design to achieve an awareness of form and appreciation of the way it can suggest and amplify meaning of art.

 

Submission: Four exercises

 
Essential Readings: 
  1. Tom Fraser, Adam Banks, The Complete Guide to Colour, ILEX
  2. Eddie Opara & John Cantwell, Best Practices for Graphic Designers Colour Works, Page One Publishing Pte Limited
  3. Dennis M. Puhalla, design Elements: Form & Space, Rockport Publishers
  4. All About Techniques in Calligraphy An Indispensable Manual for Artist and Hobbyist, Barron’s
  5. H Hashmi, English Hindi Modern Lettering, Pustak Mahal
  6. Leatrice Eiseman, Pantone Guide to Communicating with Colour, HOW Books
References: 

Suggested Reading:

  1. Graham Davis, The Designer’s Toolkit 1000 Colours Thousands of Colour Combinations, Chronicle Books LLC
  2. Steven Heller & Louise Fili, Shadow Type, Thames & Hudson
  3. Darius A. Monsef Colour Inspirations, HOW Books
  4. Gill, Basic Rendering, Thames & Hudson
  5. Hillner,Matthias, Basic Typography :Virtual Typography, AVA Publications, 2009

E-Resource:

  1. Beginning Graphic Design: Fundamentals of Design (gcfglobal.org)
  2. How To Learn The Basics Of Design: Ultimate Guide For 2023 (inkbotdesign.com)
  3. Visual Design Basics | Usability.gov
  4. Beginning Graphic Design: Fundamentals - YouTube
  5. Basic Design Elements and the Principles of Design - by UXPin
Academic Year: 
2025-2026
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