Wednesday, Aug 26 - Homework

1. Create a mind map about the theme/concept of "otherworldly". Jot down, list, doodle, anything and everything that comes to mind when you think of the term "otherworldly". There is no right or wrong answers, however the more words/doodles you come up with the better.

2. Begin to seek out groups for project 1. There will be 4 groups of 4 students and 1 group of 3 students. Be sure to seek out group members that compliment each other's skillets. Final groups will must be selected by start of next class, Wednesday, Sept 3.

Week 1 Day 1 (Aug 25): Homework

1. Accept dropbox invitation by start of next class session. If you have not received a dropbox invite from me, please see me after class.

2. Complete and submit Student Profile via email or in person by start of next class.

3. Bring in documentation of three projects (from other classes, personal or freelance work) that showcase your existing skillset in your discipline that can be put to use in the realm of experience design. We will share this at the start of next class.

Thomas Doyle Lecture and Opening Reception at Prichard this week

CAA Lecture Series presents Thomas Doyle lecture

This Thursday, August 28 at 5pm in TLC031

Prichard Gallery Opening Reception

This Friday, August 29 5:00-8:00pm

Work featuring Thomas Doyle (NY), Ellen Driscoll (NY), Gregory Euclide (MN), Lilana Porter (NY), Kurt Moses (MN)

A display of five contemporary artists all f whom work in miniature scale. The pieces vary in materials and media but each of them allow an intimate experience for the viewer to interact with big ideas presented through the intricate, detailed work.

Software Resources

Although there will be some desktop computers available in the classroom with Adobe Software, computers are limited to a first come first serve basis. If you are interested in using your own laptop in class (or using your own computer at home) here are some resources for software purchasing.

**FYI: We will be using Adobe Photoshop/Illustrator throughout the semester (roughly 4 months), Adobe After Effects (roughly 4 months)

Link for Adobe Creative Cloud Subscription Packages
Adobe offers 30 day trial versions as well as Subscription packages to all its software. Depending on your needs for specific software, this may be a more economical option.

Download 30 Day Trial Version of Adobe Software (only good for 30 days)

Adobe Creative Cloud Student Subscription ($19.99) 
Includes: Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Acrobat XI Pro, Flash Professional Muse, Dreamweaver, Premiere Pro, After Effects, Audition,  Encore , Bridge, Fireworks, Prelude, Media Encoder

Syllabus + Student Profile

Download Syllabus

Download Student Profile (fill out and submit via email rfujita@uidaho.edu by end of first class session)