ART 3A - Two-Dimensional Design & Color

    Recent Professors
    Emily Maddigan, Rachel K. Deane, Yehsiming S. Jue, Barbara A. Boissevain
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Summer 2026, Spring 2026, Winter 2026
    Class Size
    18–25 students
    Difficulty
    4.9Moderateout of 10
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisite
    None
    Fall 2026 Sections
    View Fall 2026 sections of ART 3A
    Transfers To
    CSUCSU GE Area C1
    Description
    This course is an introduction to the fundamentals of two dimensional design. Through hands-on assignments, various traditional and contemporary design techniques are covered which include the use of pencil, paper and paint. Mixed media applications are introduced at the end of the course. Throughout the course, emphasis is placed on the study and use of basic visual elements of line, shape, texture, space, time, color theory, conceptual development, and organizational principles of compositional structure. These techniques enable students to gain experience in organizing their thoughts in solving design problems and to communicate visual images as creative statements. (C-ID ARTS 100) Lecture Grading: Letter None Transfer Status: CSU/UC Degree Applicable: AA/AS COD GE: A3 CalGETC: None
    Usually Held
    Mon Wed 2:00pm–3:00pm, Mon Wed 3:00pm–4:30pm, Mon Wed 6:00pm–7:00pm, Mon Wed 7:00pm–8:30pm