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Bachelor | TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 | QF-EHEA: First Cycle | EQF-LLL: Level 6 |
Course Code | Course Name | Semester | Theoretical | Practical | Credit | ECTS |
POV3122 | Basic Visual Design | Fall | 2 | 2 | 3 | 5 |
This catalog is for information purposes. Course status is determined by the relevant department at the beginning of semester. |
Language of instruction: | English |
Type of course: | Non-Departmental Elective |
Course Level: | Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle) |
Mode of Delivery: | Face to face |
Course Coordinator : | Dr. Öğr. Üyesi TOLGA HEPDİNÇLER |
Course Lecturer(s): |
Dr. Öğr. Üyesi TOLGA HEPDİNÇLER |
Recommended Optional Program Components: | None |
Course Objectives: | First part of the course aims to introduce basic principles of visual design in visual arts. Second part offers a practical work within the context of visual design and its elements. |
The students who have succeeded in this course; 1. Recognize basic usage of visual design elements. 2. Define the usage of visual design elements according to the principles of art. 3. Identify various practices of visual design elements in different photographic genres. 4. Describe evolution of visual design elements within the historical practices of art. 5. Gain ability to practice various usage of visual design elements in different concepts and contexts. 6. Recognize the role of photographic medium in creating narratives. |
Elements of visual arts and their usage, like composition, color, light, forms and their relations within principles of art will be discussed and exemplified. Historical evolution of visual elements and principles of art will be explained. Practical study of this course also contains given concepts and contexts for usage of visual design elements. |
Week | Subject | Related Preparation |
1) | Elements of visual design in art and photography: origins and evolution of the visual elements in art, effects of photography on visual design in 19th Century, the birth of modern visual design and its effects on the photographic representation in 20th century. | |
2) | Effects of the photographic tool on visual design: effects of camera types and lenses in the photographic image, effects of negative films and digital imaging on the visual design, effects of photographic elements (like usage of aperture, shutter, filters etc.) on creating variable design elements. | Working on the assignments. |
3) | Composition: Basics of composition and its elements in photographic visual design. Definition of unity, balance, coherence, rules of thirds and golden ratio. | Assignmet 1 |
4) | Points: Definition of the point in photographic image as the most simple visual element. Differences between dynamic and static points, relations between two or more points (as a metaphor, dynamism etc). Usage of the points in different genres (landscape, portrait, documentary etc.). | Assignmet 2 |
5) | Lines: Definition of the lines in photographic Image as the most dynamic visual element. Differences between vertical, horizontal, curved and diagonal lines and their relations with other visual elemets and the whole composition. Historical evolution of the lines in history of visual arts and different genres. | Assignmet 3 |
6) | Shapes: Definition of the forms in the photographic image. Relations between shapes and spaces. Effects of forms and shapes in creating a photographic expression. | Assignmet 4 |
7) | Textures and Patterns: Definition of the two visual elements with the examples of usage in different photographic genres. | Assignmet 5 |
8) | Color: Differences between B/W and color Photography. Usage of the color, contrast, saturation etc. as visual elements. | Assignmet 6 |
9) | Light (and Shadow): Effect of light in creating depth, harmony and opposition between objects. Examples of usage of light and shadow as a part of visual design to create visual expression. | Assignmet 7 |
10) | Visual design in landscape photography. | Working on the assignments. |
11) | Visual design in documentary photography. | Working on the assignments. |
12) | Visual design in fashion photography. | Working on the assignments. |
13) | Thinking like a photographer: Combining all discussion on the examples of works of contemporary photographers. | Preperation for Presentation |
14) | Combining all II and final reviews: Discussion about the selected final projects. | Final Assignment |
Course Notes / Textbooks: | Will be given weekly. |
References: | 1. Davis, H. (2010). Creative composition : digital photography tips & techniques. Indianapolis, IN: Wiley. 2. DuChemin, D. (2009). Within the frame : the journey of photographic vision. Berkeley, Calif: New Riders. 3. Freeman, M. (2007). The photographer's eye : composition and design for better digital photos. Boston: Focal Press. 4. Galer, M. (2007). Photography : foundations for art & design : a guide to creative photography. Oxford: Focal. 5. Krages, B. (2005). Photography the art of composition. New York: Allworth Press. 6. Prakel, D. (2006). Composition. Lausanne London: AVA Academia Thames & Hudson, distributor. 7. Prakel, D. (2007). Lighting. Lausanne New York, N.Y: AVA Academia Distributed in the USA and Canada by Watson-Guptill Publications. |
Semester Requirements | Number of Activities | Level of Contribution |
Homework Assignments | 7 | % 50 |
Presentation | 1 | % 10 |
Final | 1 | % 40 |
Total | % 100 | |
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK | % 60 | |
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK | % 40 | |
Total | % 100 |
Activities | Number of Activities | Duration (Hours) | Workload |
Course Hours | 14 | 4 | 56 |
Study Hours Out of Class | 13 | 3 | 39 |
Presentations / Seminar | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Homework Assignments | 7 | 5 | 35 |
Final | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Total Workload | 132 |
No Effect | 1 Lowest | 2 Low | 3 Average | 4 High | 5 Highest |
Program Outcomes | Level of Contribution | |
1) | As a world citizen, she is aware of global economic, political, social and ecological developments and trends. | 2 |
2) | He/she is equipped to closely follow the technological progress required by global and local dynamics and to continue learning. | 2 |
3) | Absorbs basic economic principles and analysis methods and uses them to evaluate daily events. | 2 |
4) | Uses quantitative and statistical tools to identify economic problems, analyze them, and share their findings with relevant stakeholders. | 2 |
5) | Understands the decision-making stages of economic units under existing constraints and incentives, examines the interactions and possible future effects of these decisions. | 1 |
6) | Comprehends new ways of doing business using digital technologies. and new market structures. | 2 |
7) | Takes critical approach to economic and social problems and develops analytical solutions. | 1 |
8) | Has the necessary mathematical equipment to produce analytical solutions and use quantitative research methods. | 2 |
9) | In the works he/she contributes, observes individual and social welfare together and with an ethical perspective. | 2 |
10) | Deals with economic problems with an interdisciplinary approach and seeks solutions by making use of different disciplines. | 1 |
11) | Generates original and innovative ideas in the works she/he contributes as part of a team. | 2 |