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This program equips students with essential skills for today's visual arts and design professions. The curriculum focuses on digital imaging, video production, interactive design, game development, and 3D modeling, alongside foundational visual studies in creative communication, color theory, and media presentation. Offering a distinctive educational approach in Oregon, it blends cross-disciplinary studies with traditional studio practice, business communication training, and professional technical skills. Graduates gain the knowledge, practical experience, and technological proficiency that industry leaders identify as crucial for success in modern creative fields.
After completing the program, students will achieve these learning objectives:
Produce innovative visual creations that reflect a strong, individual artistic perspective.
Cultivate written and oral communication skills to evaluate visual art and design through analysis, research, theoretical study, and self-critique of creative intentions.
Master technical execution and content development for visual communication across two-dimensional, three-dimensional, and time-based media.
Apply industry-standard practices through professional creative work while adapting to emerging technologies.
Build a professional-quality portfolio showcasing original, conceptually sophisticated work.
Apply ethical considerations throughout the visual communication design process.