Victoria: Design course returns to roots, Classes emphasize hand-drawn renditions
Computer assisted designs have their place in the world of architecture and interior design, but the pendulum is swinging back to hand-drawn renderings, for a more creative and personalized look.
And Vancouver Island School of Art director Wendy Welch is collaborating with Pacific Design Academy director Oliver Drew to launch a new program to take advantage of the trend.
“The idea is to take one year at VISA to gain the fundamentals of drawing, painting, colour theory and two- and three-dimensional design,” said Welch, and then follow up with two years at the academy where students focus on graphic media, interior architectural and landscape design. The result? A diploma in visual arts and graphic design.
“Many graphic designers are caught up in computer effects and don’t have a creative background,” explained Welch, who added the new program will give students a strong base in visual fundamentals and manual skills, combined with a willingness to experiment and try new things.
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