The Art School at DePaul University

syllabus — ART 205 — Color Theory and Application

WELCOME TO OUR CLASSROOM COMMUNITY!

Instructor: Jessica Larva

e-mail: jlarva@depaul.edu

Office: The Art School at DePaul, 1150 West Fullerton Avenue, room 321

In-Person Office Hours: Tues 5:30-6:30pm; email me for an appointment.

Virtual Office Hours: Via zoom.
Wednesday 10:30-11:30am by appointment or email me to schedule a different time.
Office Hours Zoom Link: https://depaul.zoom.us/j/800076417 (Password required)

Online Syllabus & Schedule: http://jessicalarva.com/depaul.html (also linked on D2L)

Course Home on D2L: https://d2l.depaul.edu

Class Days & Times: Spring Quarter 2024, Tuesday & Thursday, 2:40 to 5:25pm

Class Section: Art 205, section 301

Classroom: The Art School at DePaul,1150 West Fullerton Avenue, room 327

Alternate Classrooms: computer lab 311 & critique room 211 & production studios
(find us if you are late)

Syllabus Links: course information, important information for you, schedule and attendance, grading, reading, writing and citing sources, supplies
link to the full schedule and assignments page

Welcome Message:
I am looking forward to working with each of you this quarter and seeing what it is you choose to express in your work! My goals are teaching the course content, building a community within our classroom, helping you to develop a stronger voice for your messages, and pushing you to make stronger art. Please keep me in the loop about things if you are comfortable sharing information with me, and feel free to reach out to me regarding any matter at all.

Course Information:

Course Catalog Information: Explorations into the use of color in both paint and computer applications. Offered Autumn and Spring Quarters.

Prerequisites: ART 105 (2D Foundations) or ANI 105 or GD 105 or permission of the instructor.

Additional Course Information: The perception of color is deceptively complex. It is influenced by light, properties of reflection, the human eye, unconscious brain function, context, relationships between colors, language, culture, and even our beliefs about color. In this class we will analyze color by learning precise terminology, a range of color models, color concepts and the individuals associated with them, color relationships and interactions, and culturally specific color symbolism. We will study artists whose works highlight these concepts and we will experiment to understand how theories play out in practice. Students will apply their knowledge in the creation of artworks for class assignments.

Course Methods and Format: This is a studio course with a strong focus on hands-on studies and project-based learning. In addition to studio work the course will utilize a combination of lectures, demonstrations, readings, writing, discussions, presentations, in-class group-work, and critique. You are expected to spend a great deal of time outside of class working on course content and assignments. If you do not have time to devote to this type of work, I suggest that you consider dropping this class or taking it at another time.

Objectives:

1. Students will improve visual acuity and sensitivity to color and color relationships.

2. Students will learn about the sensation of color and begin develop an awareness for how context affects perceived color relationships.

3. Students will employ color vocabulary verbally and in writing as they process, interpret and analyze color relationships and context.

4. Students will compare and discuss the intent and content of color usage in artwork based on its execution as well as cultural and historical context.

5. Students will improve the ability to deliberately use color to achieve conceptual and aesthetic goals in their work.

6. Students will produce original work that is both conceptually meaningful and demonstrates their learning.

Land use statement: The campuses of DePaul University are located on the traditional homelands of the Three Fires Confederacy: Ojibwe, Odawa, and Potawatomi, as well as a traditional place for trade, gathering, and healing for more than a dozen Native tribes.

Post-Pandemic Information:

DePaul COVID-19 Requirements: All members of the DePaul community (Students, Faculty, Staff, etc.) are expected to follow DePaul safety requirements at all times, including but not limited to mask-wearing in public buildings as directed. The requirements and recommendations may change as local, state, and federal guidelines evolve. Students who have a medical reason for not complying should register with DePaul’s Center for Student with Disabilities (CSD).

SEE: go.depaul.edu/covid for COVID-19 updates and guidance.

Changes to the Syllabus: The instructor reserves the right to make changes to the syllabus with regard to unanticipated events or concerns. If there are any changes to the syllabus, students will be notified via D2L and/or email.

Reporting COVID
If you test positive for COVID, please inform DePaul of your positive test result by clicking the link and following the steps here: go.depaul.edu/reportcovid.

University Information and Resources:

· Visit go.depaul.edu/covid for COVID-19 updates and guidance and policies.

· Visit https://www.chicago.gov/city/en/sites/covid-19/home/covid-dashboard.html for official city of Chicago covid-19 statistics.

· Visit DePaul/DHUB DEN (Digital Engagement Network) for activities and events.

· SEE: DePaul Students with Disability Services

· SEE: DePaul Support Services and Mental Health Services

· If you are in critical need of financial assistance for technology purchases, please contact Financial Aid at dpcl@depaul.edu or 312-362-8610.

· SEE: Dean of Students Office for help navigating the college experience, particularly during difficult situations such as personal, financial, medical, and/or family crises.

Technology for Class:
D2L (Desire2Learn) DePaul’s learning management system
Check the “Required: Course Schedule” link and “Required: Course Content” folder in D2L CONTENT regularly and submit items to appropriate DISCUSSIONS and SUBMISSIONS as outlined in class.
Visit: https://d2l.depaul.edu

ZOOM video conferencing
Visit: https://zoom.us for more information
NOTE: The software will download automatically when you click the link if it is not on your computer or mobile device already.
NOTE: If there is abuse of course links by members or non-members I will close them and set up something more restrictive (ex: zoom-bombing).
NOTE: Zoom links for the course and for virtual office hours are listed at the beginning of the syllabus. The course and office hours are different links because the office hours have a waiting room to ensure privacy.

DePaul Help Desk / Tech Support
Information Services Portal: https://depaul.service-now.com
HELPDESK:
(312) 362-8765 or (773) 325-HELP / (773) 325-4357
helpdesk@depaul.edu
or click “Get Help” on the information services website above
HOURS:
Mon-Thurs 8am-8pm
Fri 8am-5pm
Sat 8am-4pm
Sunday closed (for now)

Important Info for You:

Be active in your learning! This is your education; let me know what you need! If, during the course of the quarter, you feel that you need some extra help, advice, or feedback, let me know and we can schedule a time to meet remotely. If you have questions during class, ask me. Your active involvement and your communication with me help to ensure that you get what you need from this course.

Please provide me with the name you prefer to use: I would like to use your personal pronouns and preferred name or nickname. My roster provides limited information so please let me know if you suspect I do not have the information on my roster that you want me to use. I typically use she/her/hers pronouns but am also comfortable with they/them and I typically go by either Jessica or Prof. Larva.

Art School at DePaul Safety Statement:
Safety comes first! DePaul University is a learning community that fosters the pursuit of knowledge, transmission of ideas and development of skills in an environment that emphasizes accepting responsibility for oneself, for others and for society at large.

As a member of the DePaul community, you are expected to adhere to all University policies, including but not limited to the policies in the Code of Student Responsibility and the Academic Integrity Policy, and policies and procedures set forth by specific departments.

Specifically, by enrolling in a DePaul Art School (ART) art/studio course you agree to adhere to the ART Safe Use of Art Materials and Student Responsibilities requirements of the course(s) you are enrolled in for all art and related materials, tools, and equipment as per the specific course instruction. Failure to abide by and adhere to any of these responsibilities, procedures, policies, or requirements may result in an adverse impact on your grade in accordance with the syllabus, or in other sanctions through the Student Conduct Process or other university procedures.

DePaul Students with Disability Services: Students seeking disability-related accommodations are required to register with DePaul's Center for Students with Disabilities (CSD) enabling you to access accommodations and support services to assist your success. There are two office locations (availability of physical operations are subject to change due to virus mitigation):
Loop Campus - Lewis Center #1420 - (312) 362-8002
Lincoln Park Campus - Student Center #370 - (773) 325-1677
CSD email - csd@depaul.edu
CSD Virtual Office - www.tinyurl.com/CSDVirtualOffices

· Please also feel free to contact me privately to discuss how I can assist in facilitating accommodations or simply so we are on the same page. It is best to speak with me early in the term and our conversation will remain confidential to the extent possible. This class focuses on creative solutions of every kind, and I assure you that we will be able to find an appropriate solution for any circumstance.

DePaul Support Services and Mental Health Services:

University Counseling and Psychological Services (UCAPS)
UCAPS offers a full range of confidential clinical mental health services at no cost to DePaul students.
Access the website at go.depaul.edu/ucaps
Email the office at DePaulUCAPS@depaul.edu with questions or to learn more
Call 773-325-CARE (2273)
* To speak directly to a therapist 24/7 call 773-325-CARE (2273) and Press "1" when prompted.

The Dean of Students Office (DOS), also has a network of support services which helps students navigate the college experience, particularly during difficulty situations such as personal, financial, medical, and/or family crises. For a list of support services and advocacy information, please visit DOS at http://studentaffairs.depaul.edu/dos.

SEE: additional Mental Health resources here. ***

Expectations for Academic Integrity: All work done for this course must adhere to the University Academic Integrity Policy, which you are required to read in the Student Handbook or online at http://academicintegrity.depaul.edu. Academic integrity violations warrant repercussions including failure of the course.

• Appropriation and authorship are important issues in contemporary art and are particularly relevant in printmaking. That said, use of another’s writing or images in the university setting can be a violation of academic integrity (among other things) and outside of the university it can be a copyright or legal violation. If your work could be construed as violating academic integrity, copyright, or legality in any way, please talk to me about your concept and process before you begin or submit your work.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) Statement as outlined by Academic Affairs, August 2023:
Policies: In this context, AI can be considered analogous to a person, and our relevant policies apply. DePaul’s Academic Integrity Policy defines “Plagiarism” as “Any use of words, ideas, or other work products attributed to an identifiable source, without attributing the work to the source from which it was obtained, in a situation where there is a legitimate expectation of original authorship.” In this way, content generated by AI is a “source” and should be cited appropriately; the policy is in the process of being updated to include AI as an example of a type of source that must be cited and cannot stand in for the student’s own work. Similarly, the Research Misconduct policy defines “Plagiarism” as “the appropriation of another person’s ideas, processes, results, or words without giving appropriate credit,” and it is reasonable to consider AI as analogous to “another person” in this context.

Use of AI in classes: Faculty have the discretion to allow or encourage students to use AI in class activities and/or assignments. Course syllabi should make clear how students may or may not use AI in class-related work. In the absence of a course–specific AI policy, the general Academic Integrity and Research Misconduct policies apply.

Citations: When in doubt, cite the AI source like any other. As Artificial Intelligence becomes more widespread, conventions for its proper use will likely evolve over time.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) Course-Specific Policy:
There are many ethical and functional concerns related to AI, and this course will address them in class. For the purpose of this section of this course, AI may be used in the following capacities: 1) Adobe Generative AI and other forms of AI may be used when expressly specified in class for in-class studio work. 2) AI may be used to enhance written components for assignments. (Please note that AI may NOT be used for written critique or other unspecified writing.) Additionally, I am more interested in your ideas than in impressive vocabulary or sentence phrasing. If using AI, take care to ensure that your original ideas are unaltered and that the AI tendency towards circular, non-specific, sometimes inaccurate writing does not negatively impact your writing. 3) Adobe Generative AI may be used in course assignments as long as non-flattened, original working files are submitted for each section of each artwork (for example a layered .TIFF for Photoshop; a layered .PDF for Illustrator). Other forms of AI imaging are not permitted for this section of this course unless approved by the instructor on a case-by-case basis.

E-mail Policy: I may use e-mail as a way to communicate with you regarding absence/tardy information, concerns for classwork or behavior, your project grades, or other class information. In this case you may not receive in-class follow-up or paper copies of this information. I will use the email account that you have on file with DePaul.

Access and Resources / Technology Access
NOTE: availability of physical operations are subject to change due to virus mitigation.

• ACCESS TO DIGITAL CLASS MATERIALS
  Website: http://jessicalarva.com/depaul.html
  D2L site: https://d2l.depaul.edu
  
  
• OUT OF CLASS STUDIO ACCESS
  Classrooms/studios are only for students enrolled in classes in those spaces. Hours are posted on the doors of each classroom every quarter.
  
  
• LIST OF COMPUTER LABS
  Room schedules in the Art School are posted on the door each quarter; the “open lab hours” for work outside of class may be in 311 or 330.
  ART ROOM 311: Macs with Adobe Creative Cloud, B&W document printer, large format photo-quality printers, scanners.
  ART ROOM 330: (see above)

Richardson Library: Mac and PC, Adobe, other technologies.
List of general DePaul computer labs: organized by available software (here); some of the labs post open hours.

NOTES: If you use multiple versions of Adobe software, then you may choose to save in a legacy format that can be opened in prior versions (one example).
If you use fonts that may not be on other computers, save/export/package the font files (.OTF .TTF .FNT) as well as the Adobe file so you can load the fonts onto another computer or save your Adobe file in a format that flattens or outlines the fonts (this is not appropriate for editing).

• LOCKER STORAGE
  Hallway lockers are available for storage. Sign up for a locker in the ART office on the 3^rd floor. NOTE: read the departmental locker policy!
  
  
• (NOT) STORING ITEMS IN THE STUDIOS/LABS
  We are not the only class working in this classroom, so in addition to cleaning up after ourselves, it is also not advised to store items in the classroom. Furthermore, at the end of the quarter classrooms will be cleaned and personal items or projects will be discarded.
  
  
• EQUIPMENT RENTAL
  ART Student AV Checkout is in room 330A.
  Hours are posted on the door after the quarter begins.
  Rental is contingent on specific course access and permissions. If your course access does not allow you to use equipment that you deem necessary for course work, please talk to me to explain your needs. Please note that AV Checkout workers cannot make exceptions to the rules for any reason.
  
  
• CONTACTS
  Contact me about anything: jlarva@depaul.edu | office room 321

The Art School at DePaul (Art Office)
(773)325-4889 | 3^rd floor office suite | ART@depaul.edu
Monday-Thursday 9:30am-4:30pm, unless otherwise posted.
Virtual access Friday 9:30am-4:30pm, unless otherwise posted.

Margie Griggs: Media Art & Communication Coordinator
(773)325-4889 | 3^rd floor office suite | mgriggs6@depaul.edu

Ellie Wallace: Studio Manager
(773)325-4619 | 3^rd floor office suite | ewallac1@depaul.edu

Schedule and Attendance:

Schedule: You must be in attendance to find out specifically what will be covered in class day-to-day. We will discuss detailed schedules and due-dates for individual assignments when they are assigned.
LINK TO: SCHEDULE & ASSIGNMENTS

Attendance & Phone Policy:
Please read in full:
Attendance: Studio courses have both intellectual and skill-building components that build throughout an academic term. Many classes have demonstrations and important critiques, which cannot be repeated outside of class. Therefore, class attendance is absolutely essential. For this course, which meets twice a week, a student may miss two classes during the term. For each additional absence a student’s grade will drop one complete letter; there is no way to pass this course if you accrue six unexcused absences (methods for excusing absences are listed below). Three tardy arrivals (over 5 minutes late) or early departures will be equal to one unexcused absence and will apply to the absence tally. Significantly late arrivals may count as full or partial absences.

Cell phone use (making or receiving calls, internet, apps, and texting) is not permissible in class. Students using cell phones or computers for content not pertinent to class will be counted as absent or may be asked to leave. Sometimes it is necessary to have access to a phone, so any student who might need to use a phone in class on any given day, should simply let me know before class. Cell phone use for music may be permissible for certain days and times if it is discussed and approved during class. Each student is responsible for any damage to his or her phone that results from an accident or contact with studio materials.

• Approved excused absences will not count toward missed days of class.
  
  
• To submit an absence as an excused absence, please complete the DePaul Absence Notification Process through the Dean of Students Office (located in room 307 Student Center LPC, and room 11001 DePaul Center LC) Absence Notification Process information is at the bottom of the linked page (here).
  
  
• You may also petition an absence as an excused absence by discussing it with me within two weeks of the end of the missed class(es). I may take up to one week to deliberate before excusing or not excusing the absence. Routine doctor appointments will not be excused; please schedule them outside of class time.
  
  
• Students are responsible for all material missed during a tardy arrival, early dismissal, or an absence. I may or may not be able to provide the material for you outside of class, so you may need to meet with another student for demonstrations or to catch up.
  
  
• If you feel you have fallen behind due to an absence or for other reasons, please contact me right away so I can help get you back on track. Often it is too late by the time students contact me, so don’t be shy or embarrassed—the earlier you let me know, the better.
  
  

• COVID MITIGATION NOTE: this policy is the general policy for this class, but may be adapted due to covid mitigation measures and with the August 12, 2021 guidance for Faculty in mind. Please do not come to in-person classes if you have covid.
  
  

Grading:

Evaluation: Your grade will consist of the following:
Assignments: 3 assignments that incorporate multiple components.
In-class Projects: multiple finished studies started and often completed in class.
Color Study Journal/Binder: (3-ring binder) including all components.
Participation: class discussion and critique, quizzes, collaborative studio work, studio maintenance, attendance, preparatory work (readings, videos, writings).

SEE: SCHEDULE & ASSIGNMENTS for specific information that is linked to each project.

Grade Scale for this class: 100–96=A 95–91=A- 90–86=B+ 85–81=B 80–76=B- 75–71=C+ 70–66=C 65–61=C- 60–56=D+ 55–51=D 50–0=F

Explanation of Grades: The “C” grade is a mark of satisfactory performance; to earn a "C" grade in this class you must attend class, work during studio time, participate in class discussions and critiques, and complete all assignments adequately. To earn an "A" grade in this class you must attend class, exhibit engaged productivity or experimentation during studio, and offer meaningful contributions during discussions and especially during critiques. You must also exhibit a highly developed understanding of the concepts and the ability to create well-crafted and conceptually strong projects.
SEE: General Evaluation Key

How to turn in physical & digital work:
All physical and digital work is due in the format requested by the start of class on the given due date unless otherwise noted. Early submissions are typically appropriate as well. Anything turned in over 5 minutes after it is requested is one full day late. An excused absence will not reduce your grade, but a tardy arrival will affect your grade.

If you will not be in class on a due date, I may accept a digital format as a temporary placeholder for physical work (images/photographs/presentations/papers submitted on D2L); some assignments are not appropriate for digital submission.

Turning in late work:
Unfortunately, life is full of deadlines and unexpected events that get in the way of those deadlines; we are influenced by numerous pressures and events that happen outside of school. I understand all of this and I respect your right to choose whether or not a class assignment is your first priority at any given time. Your grade will suffer if work is not completed on time and in full, but I do accept late work for a reduced grade. Please speak to me about how to submit late work and the timeframe for submitting.

Reading, Writing, & Citing Sources:

Please See Artificial Intelligence (AI) Statement & Policy Above.

Reading: Readings will be provided for you in printed format or digital format (they will be linked to the SCHEDULE & ASSIGNMENTS or posted on D2L). Digital readings may be web links, or PDF downloads. You will be expected to find and obtain your own research readings related to the specifics of your project.
information for the Chicago Public Library: http://www.chipublib.org/
information for the libraries at DePaul: http://library.depaul.edu/
LINK TO: supplies

Reading Quiz / Lecture Quiz: We will have a number of quizzes throughout the quarter to gauge interaction with the content. Quizzes will be posted on the SCHEDULE & ASSIGNMENTS page or will be announced in class at least one class period in advance. If you miss a quiz, you may earn points by writing a 1-page summary of the reading or lecture covered by the quiz.

Writing: Written assignments must follow the principles of composition, grammar, and spelling. Please use standard fonts and margins. Please include your name on every page. The university policy on plagiarism is enforced.

NOTE: DePaul’s Writing Center is a valuable FREE service that can help you plan, revise and edit written assignments, double check citations, and review other aspects of your writing. Booking an appointment online is recommended, but they also take walk-in requests at the Loop and Lincoln Park locations.

SEE ALSO: another great resource for university-level writing: The St Martins Handbook by Andrea Lundsford (PDF linked here).

Citing Sources: You must cite all words or images you use from any outside source. Failure to do so can be seen as academic misconduct. Citation includes everything from Internet sources and images you’ve altered in Photoshop, to a digital snapshot taken by a friend. Often outside sources will not be allowed in visual assignments, but when permitted, sources must be appropriately credited (often in the assignment). Also, I will need a works cited document with the image appropriately cited and a copy of the original image. Sources do not need to be cited in journal entries or sketchbooks.
LINK TO: Academic Integrity

Links for citing image sources:

https://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/747/09/

This covers everything, MLA style. Image citation information is located half way down the page.
Additional research information here. (including the Chicago Manual of Style)

http://guides.libraries.uc.edu/content.php?pid=285456&sid=2367919

MLA style, for citing images.

http://bcs.bedfordstmartins.com/resdoc5e/RES5e_ch04_o.html

Research and Documentation information.

• If you have already gained SPECIFIC PERMISSION to use a photograph (for example a photograph taken by a friend or family member), then you can cite the image less formally with the following convention: “(description of image) Photo credit: photographer name, year photograph was created” for example…
  (rotten apple image) Photo credit: Jessica Larva, 2020
  Please also include a copy of the original image in the documentation you turn in to me.
• If you are using an online image, then the Google search term or an Internet site where you found the image is NOT enough information and will not be accepted as a fully documented source.
  See links above for information on how to properly cite an online image.
• WARNING: ADVICE AGAINST USING INTERNET IMAGES.
  In addition to major concerns of legal and copyright issues, Internet images usually lack quality because they are often small and compressed in terms of resolution and color. The grainy texture created by Internet images is often a negative element when appropriated for high-quality work. Furthermore, student use of Internet images is often linked with a lack of understanding, a lack of effective communication, and a lack of originality.
• Speak to me if you wish to purchase/utilize STOCK IMAGES for a project. You will be able to use them for some work if you clear it with me in advance. Failure to clear it with me before using work by another person can be seen as academic misconduct.

Information for citing written sources:

Please use MLA standards.

Helpful information for citing sources: http://library.duke.edu/research/citing/
See both “citing sources within your paper” and “assembling a list of works cited.”

Example of using a works cited and citing sources in the body of the paper (multi-page PDF)

Citation Quick Guide:

https://www.chicagomanualofstyle.org/tools_citationguide/citation-guide-1.html

Use Owl at Purdue for additional writing help: https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/purdue_owl.html

Supplies / Resources:

We don’t have an expensive book for this class, so plan to spend your “textbook money” on supplies for your projects. (You may have some of the basic materials from prior courses.) General supplies can usually be purchased at an office supply store (Staples, Target) or craft stores (Michael’s), but I’d suggest an arts supply store for most items; try Blick or (Genesis) Art Supply. Sometimes discounts are available in store with student ID.

Supplies provided for you: studio space, large-scale paper cutter, some rulers, some large cutting mats, spray booth, your own color-aid paper pack (full set, 314 colors), miscellaneous papers and office supplies, Bristol board and dry mount for in‑class assignments. You also have access to The Art School computer lab, computers, scanners, printers, and Wacom tablets to work on and print components of your projects. You have access to a number of items in The Art School A/V checkout as well.

Required Resources:
Please let me know if you do not have the ability to access some of these items. I am committed to working with you to figure something out.

• TIME you will need to spend hours outside of class to finish projects. You may use our classroom when there are no other classes in session.
• Access to Internet as needed.
• Access to a Mobile Device or Camera capable of taking good quality digital photos of your work, etc.
• Access to a Computer or Mobile Device capable of submitting items to D2L and joining Zoom meetings IF needed.
  If you are in critical need of financial assistance for technology purchases, please contact Financial Aid at dpcl@depaul.edu or 312-362-8610.

Required Supplies:
You will bring the following to class every day except critique days: Color‑aid paper, Color Study Binder, X-acto knife and blade, USB drive.

• 3-ring Binder / Color Study Binder This binder should be specific to your study of color and will function as a sort of art or design journal. Your sketches and color-aid studies will be placed in plastic sleeves or hole-punched and added to this binder. I will collect the binders as needed and at the end of the quarter to grade them.
  
  
• X-Acto Knife with #11 Blades The #11 blade is the standard blade that comes with the knife. There may be a few in the room to borrow.
  
  
• Colored Pencils or Markers or even Crayons (black and ROYGBV, white a bonus) we will only use these for notes and sketching ideas, so the pencils you had as a kid are probably fine.
  
  
• Adobe Creative Cloud
  DePaul and the Art School have arranged FREE at-home access to Adobe Creative Cloud on a temporary basis for some classes (including ours). Follow these instructions to register.
• Portable device(s) to save digital files (8-50GB). When we are in the classroom computer lab you will need physical storage for our working files. A USB or external hard drive are ideal (8-50GB, Mac compatible). Please do not rely on cloud storage or anything requiring an Internet connection for use during class time in the lab. Bring this with you to class EVERY DAY.
• Items relating to the production of your assignments You will choose the media and physical format of many of your works. This is may include paint, paintbrushes, paper, canvas, mixed media, digital printing, etc. You should check with me if you have any concerns that your initial media choice may not be appropriate for the assignment.
  
  
• Photographs One of your assignments requires photographic output. You may choose to print these photographs on your own (possibly during open lab hours in The Art School computer labs) or you may utilize a service, for example: Target, Walmart, Walgreens, Shutterfly, etc.

Optional Supplies & Resources:

• Optional App: “Interaction of Color” iTunes App for iPad and iPhone 6 (or newer) is based on Josef Albers’ monumental book, “Interaction of Color”.
  
  
• Optional Book: “Interaction of Color: Revised and Expanded Edition” by Josef Albers.
  
  
• Optional Book: “Color and Meaning: Art, Science, and Symbolism” by John Gage.
  
• Optional Book: “The Elements of Color: A Treatise on the Color System of Johannes Itten Based on His Book the Art of Color” by Johannes Itten, Faber Birren.
  
  
• Optional Book: “Color by Betty Edwards: A Course in Mastering the Art of Mixing Colors” by Betty Edwards.
  
  
• Optional Book: “The Secret Language of Color: Science, Nature, History, Culture, Beauty of Red, Orange, Yellow, Green, Blue & Violet” by Joann and Arielle Eckstut.
  
  
• Chicago Public Library Card: Membership is free and it’s conveniently located downstairs.
  
  
• Laptop (Mac or PC) with Adobe Creative Suite We will use the AMD Mac laptops in class, but many students prefer to use their own laptops.
  NOTE: Get a discount on a Mac through Apple Education and Demon Discounts: http://store.apple.com/us_edu_288791
  NOTE: Get a discount on Adobe products for personal computers through DePaul’s Department of Information Services
  
  
• More X-Acto Blades (as needed) FYI: The #11 blade is good for paper, the #2 blade in the #2 knife is a little easier for cutting mat board. You may wish to consider an X-Acto swivel knife or stencil knife as well.
  
  
• Staedtler Mars plastic eraser (white eraser)
  
  
• Method for Adhering color-aid paper and other items Your method for mounting your work needs to be clean, professional, and permanent. I’ve listed materials below so you can choose the options that work best for you. You may find that you need more than one method to deal with different types of situations (we may not have access to a spray booth during class). Not all methods are equally effective for most people.
  OPTIONS:
  Dry Mount (this is the method that will be provided for your in-class projects) Dry mount tissues or dry mounting adhesives are permanent, professional, and look great when properly applied. Products include StudioTack, Grafix Mounting, Biefang Color Mount, Seal Dry Mounting Adhesive, and others.
  Spray Mount cheap, easy, many good brands; MUST spray in ventilated space outside the building or ask for a demonstration to use the department spray booth.
  Rubber Cement (paper cement) you will also need Rubber Cement Pickup with this method (this looks like an eraser of sorts, and removes “cement boogers”)
  Elmer’s Glue Use glue sticks or liquid glue and a paintbrush to apply the glue to the paper. Warning this method produces horrible results 99.43% of the time!
  
  
• Cutting mat (also called a self-healing mat) for use with x-acto knife. The small size is sufficient, but it is very helpful to have grid markings on the board to aid with cutting. Bands include: Alvin, Dahle, X-acto. We have some cutting mats in the room, but you may find that it is more convenient for you to purchase your own small mat.
  
  
• Color Wheel full size or pocket-guide

• Die Cut / Craft Punch Some students prefer to use 1 inch squares or other geometric die cuts to save time when cutting large numbers of shapes.

• Sand Paper / Emery Board If you have trouble cutting mat board, a fine grain sandpaper or emery board (finger nail file) can help you clean up the edges of your cut. Black sandpaper is the easiest to use on black board.
  
  
• Bristol Pad, smooth surface 11" x 14" inch size or larger; we will have Bristol board sheets available for in-class work, but please purchase your own if you plan to use a large amount or use it for out of class assignments.
  
  
• Artist’s Tape we will have some available for class, but if you plan to use a large amount, please purchase your own.
  
  
• Container for supplies and to keep your color-aid paper clean.
  
  
• Lock for hallway locker
  
  

• Tutorials @ LinkedIn Learning (formerly Lynda.com) (FREE): Students can watch video demos and take online courses, which DePaul offers free access to students and faculty. This is a great resource and is HIGHLY recommended. Use the Campus Connect Login to access this link. https://offices.depaul.edu/information-services/services/technology-training/Pages/online-training.aspx
• Tutorials @ Adobe TV (FREE): Watch Photoshop, Illustrator, and more tutorials.
• JSTOR (FREE): over 6,000 eBooks and over 150 journals, is available through DePaul’s library but it will also be free and accessible for a limited time as part of COVID-19 virus mitigation. https://www.jstor.org/
• Internet Archive (FREE): a non-profit library of millions of free books, movies, software, music, websites, and more. https://archive.org/
• Virtual Museum Resources/Collections (FREE): “The Ultimate Guide to Virtual Museum Resources, E-Learning, and Online Collections.” http://mcn.edu/a-guide-to-virtual-museum-resources/

· Copyright and Fair Use videos:

What is a Copyright

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eATwzWz1Dzw

Why is copyright important

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=30xO7L5CmVI

How does Copyright Law Work

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ho8QEJSF3YA

Copyright and Fair Use

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=suMza6Q8J08

AP Countersues Artist Over Obama Image

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0nZp2hkC7fY

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