GDES 260 History of Graphic Design
This course provides a study of the historical evolution of graphic design and visual communication from the Industrial Revolution to the current era. Through the perspective of Modernism, students will examine how graphic design has responded to and continues to affect cultural, social, political, and technological developments. Late Modern, Postmodern, and contemporary movements are covered via analysis of key national and international practitioners to explore how the field has been affected by advancements in design theory and technology. Students will discuss the work of major individual designers' and their stylistic approaches to visual communication and messaging. Lecture. Prerequisite: WRIT 113, First-Year Academic Writing.