Course:
Exploring Typography and Poster Design in the UK
Program Dates:
July 10, 2022 - Aug 1, 2022
Honors Credit:
None
WKU Course:
ART 331
Discipline(s):
Art and Design , Advertising and Promotion
Course Description:
This course investigates historic poster and type trends that originated in England while also highlighting contemporary design trends. Students will learn about the US-based poster initiative “Type Hike” and will compare and contrast poster design while looking at the posters and advertisements that are stapled and placed all over Britain. Visits to museums and design studios in London will provide historic and contemporary perspectives. Incorporating design research, methodologies and their own personal approach, students will develop a poster series which will be curated into an online blog site that reflects the research and creativity of the entire class.
Prerequisites:
None
Physical Activity Requirements:
Contact Faculty
Course Highlights:
Coming soon