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Composition and Colour Studies I

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Course abstract

Composition and Colour Studies-I includes means of graphic expression, types and basic principles of composition, proportions, various techniques/techniques diverse representation/application of surface materiality in a plane, volume and spatial environment, according to the design idea and work tasks. Visualize and creatively realize in practical work the development of graphic design, product design ideas, themes, collections, series design solutions in practical materiality - functional, material technical, aesthetic, reusable, ergonomic, ecological, environmental sustainability design solutions.

Learning outcomes and their assessment

Knowledge - theoretically knows, understands the concepts, types and basic principles of composition, their meaning and application: in graphic design works/area compositions; mutual relationships of compositional, conceptual, visual solutions - theory test.
Skills - know how to work creatively and independently in graphic, linear, black and white, colour variations and forms of expression in plane and volume (sketches, worksheets, labels, packaging designs and layouts, visual identity, tablets, design objects and elements, etc.) - practical works.
Competence - independently applies compositional knowledge and skills in practical, creative work, develops compositional, conceptual, visual solutions - object design samples in plane and volume, according to the design idea and work tasks. Practically applies the principles of design thinking in the application of prototypes, possible reproduction/used/renewable resources/materials: able to think and act creatively, independently compositionally; analyze and evaluate the technical, aesthetic, functional quality of the work; to reason reasonedly, to evaluate one's own work and that of others, to listen, to respect other's opinion as well; able to apply IT knowledge and skills in the development of compositions/presentations - independent homework.
The assessment includes - the developed compositional, conceptual, visual solutions - sketches, worksheets, tablets, subject design samples, etc. works in plane and volume, according to the design idea and work tasks. Visualized and creative practical works - the development of realized graphic design, product design ideas, themes, collections, series design solutions in practical materiality - functional, material technical, aesthetic, reused, ergonomic, ecological, natural/environmental sustainability design solutions.

Course Content(Calendar)

Full time intramural studies:
1.Introduction to Composition and Color Studies. Basic principles of composition, basic elements. 2h
(sketches, practical works - linearly depicted objects in graphic composition)
2.Means and types of graphic expression. Lines, types of lines, their variations. Line direction, character, application. Linear compositions. 2h
(sketches, worksheets, practical work and independent homework - company style, decoration design, labels, stickers)
3. Types of composition, structure, meaning. 2h
(sketches, practical works and independent homework, digital compositions with objects, small elements)
4. Geometric compositions. Circle composition. Square and triangle compositions. 2h
(object sketches, practical works, mandala, square compositions, layouts)
5. Optical art. Opart variations. 2h
(sketches, practical works and independent homework - oparts in the plane, in volume)
6. Black and white compositions. Graphics. Graphic design. 2h
(sketches, worksheets; practical works and independent homework- fonts, logos, labels, stickers, packaging layouts)
7.Natural elements, stylization, graphic representation. 2h
( sketches, practical work and independent homework - decoration design, packaging for coffee / tea cup, etc.)
8. Texture, texture, embossing / texture printing. 2h
(sketches, worksheets, practical works - textured / embossed on various surfaces
9. Relief, tectonics. The principle of the module. 2h
(sketches, practical work and independent homework - tectonic elements, modular principle)
10. Surface properties, materiality. Natural / artificial materials. 2h
(materiality sketches, practical works and independent homework - surface treatment / finishing, textures)
11. Paper plastic. Types of paper finishing / processing, paper relief in plane / volume. 2h
(sketches, practical works and independent homework - light object, work with paper, connections of spatial objects)
Theory Test. 1h
12.Spatial objects, elements in the plane / surface / volume. 2h
(sketches, practical work and independent homework - spatial subject, work with paper, cardboard)
13. Decorative elements, functional objects. 2h
(sketches, practical works and independent homework - box packaging design)
14. Use of used items / items / materials, recycling. 2h
(sketches, creative work and independent homework- “second life” of worn-out objects / things / materials)
15. Packaging development. Free task - group work. 2h
(group work - sketches, idea layouts, practical work - packaging design)
16. Exhibition of practical works. Composition in the square, subject environment, arrangement of objects / practical works in different planes. 1h

Part time extramural studies:

All topics specified for full time studies are accomplished, but the number of contact hours is one half of the number specified in the calendar

Requirements for awarding credit points

There is a final exam at the end of the course. The grade for the coursework must be at least 5 points to be considered passed.
1. Attended at least 80% of contact classes.
2. Developed and creatively executed practical works and independent homework, according to topics and tasks (sketches, colour solutions, creative works, etc.), submitted and submitted in e-studios on time, according to the time schedule/deadline, which are evaluated with a mark in a 10-point system.
3. Passed theory test, which is graded in a 10-point system.
4. Participation in the work exhibition/creation of work exposition at the end of the semester.

Description of the organization and tasks of students’ independent work

Independently and creatively developed graphic design idea sketches, worksheets, packaging designs, layouts, spatial objects, tablets, creative tasks according to the plan of the study course program; collected, applied - informative resources; art, culture, contemporary art and design materials, artistic creativity, innovative creativity.

Criteria for Evaluating Learning Outcomes

There is a final exam at the end of the course. The grade for the coursework must be at least 5 points to be considered passed.
Evaluation criteria for practical work, test work and independent homework:
1. Conformity to the task, format and requirements set in the task.
2. Applied materials, techniques, technical techniques and compositional conditions, basic principles.
3. Independence, innovation, creativity, innovative approach/realization of an idea.
4. Technical, functional/decorative, aesthetic quality of work, overview.
5. Presentation skills. Work organization skills - meeting deadlines.

Compulsory reading

1. Kundziņš M. Dabas formu estētika. Rīga: Madris, 2006.
2. Hellers S., Andersone G. Grafiska dizaina rokasgramata. Riga: J. Rozes apgads, 2016
3. Kagaine Z. Radošā domāšana vizuālajā mākslā. Rīga: Zvaigzne ABC, 2006.
4. Theo I. Graphic Design Bible. London: Ilex. 2023. 9781781578575
5. Briška I., Kadiķe I., Kalēja-Gasparoviča D., Rudovska M. Vizuālā māksla vidusskolām 2.daļa. Rīga: Raka, 2010.
6. Briška I. Kompozīcija. Rīga: Zvaigzne ABC, 2007.
7. Zīmes un Simboli. No senajiem hieroglifiem līdz mūsdienu logotipiem. Rīga; Zvaigzne ABC. 2010. ISBN 978-9934-0-1268-6
8. Osorno L. Commercial Illustration. Design media Publishing Ltd: 2014. ISBN 978-988-15451-3-8
9. Lying W. Commercial Prints Design. Design Media Publishing Ltd: 2014. ISBN 978-988-12966-3-4
10. Gommentz S., Ehman S., Klanten R. Papercraft. Design and Art with Paper. KG, Berlin: Gestalten Verlag HmbH@co, 2010.
11. Wiedwmann Ed.J. LOGO Design. Tashen: ISBN 978-3-8228-4622-3

Further reading

1. Ēķe Gāga D. Gribu būt dizainers. Rīga; Biedrība Droši un koši. 2018. ISBN 978-9934-8565-5-6
2. Lake S. Botanical Style. RPS: London New York. 2016. ISBN 978-1-84975-713-3
3. Fiell C., P. Scandinavian design. Tashen: 2017. ISBN 978-3-8365-4452-8
4. Hudson J. The Design Book. London: Laurence King Publishing Ltd, 2013, ISBN: 978-1-78067-099-7
5. Lorenc J. Commercial Guide. Design Media Publishing limited 20/F Manulife Tower. Hong Kong, 2015, ISBN: 978-988-14124-1-6
6. Fiell C., P. Design Now! Eco-design to Design-Art 90 Designers from liro Ahokas to Michael Young. Tashen: 2007. ISBN 978-3-8228-5267-5
7. Martins A., Jehl E. Grand Stand. Designing Stands for trade Fairs and Events. Frame: thames and Hudson Ltd 2018. ISBN: 978-94-92311-19-1
8. Jozus A. Ceļojums rūpnieciskā īpašuma pasaulē. Rīga: Eko Media, ISBN 978-0034-8730-0-1Guan
9. A., Wang A. Brand Image Design for Catering Services. Design Media Published Ltd 20/F Manulife Tower; 2010. ISBN 978-988-15660-1-0

Periodicals and other sources

1. Digitālais mācību līdzeklis, e-mācību kurss "Kompozīcija un mākslas valoda", Spulle-Meiere I., Reimandova I., 2012./2020. www.intereses.lv
2. Dizaina domāšanas darba metodoloģija. www.startdesign.lv
3. Pastaiga. Mode Stils Kultūra Māksla. Rīgas Viļņi izdevniecība R. 2023.
4. Deko. Izdevniecība ŽURNĀLS SANTA. R. 2023.
5. Tidskriften RUM. The Swedish magazine about Scandinavian architecture & design. 3/2019. ISSN1650-1330
6. LILIT LOOK. lilit STILS&MODE. www.lpia.lv.
7. L”OFFICIIEL. Poligrāfijas grupa Mūkusala.
8. RUM Design. Mode. Inredning. Konst. TIDSAM 4752-01, 08, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14
9. IN.Indhold.MODE/INTERVIEW/KULTUR/REJSER. 100 unikke julegaver. IN udgives af Aller Media A/S. 2020. Mainlifestyle.dk UBD 5701837000151
10. HŪS OG HĪBYLI. ISSN: 9771021832000-11 (2023.11), ISSN 1021-8327