Chemeketa’s Visual Communications Program continues to offer popular afternoon and evening classes in their graphics lab and in online classes. You do not need to be a Visual Communications student to enroll in these courses, but some classes do have prerequisites. All classes fill very quickly. The classes are on Macintosh platform.
For more information about the Visual Communications program contact Christine Linder at 503–399–6473. Check the schedule timetable for additional information needed for registration. All courses listed meet for the full ten week term.
Photoshop 1
VC 130 | 2 credits | Mondays 6-9pm or Online
Take your photos to the next level. This is an entry-level class for students with no previous experience in Photoshop. Previous computer experience required.
Projects Include: Photo Restoration, Color Correction, Digital Illustration, Compositing, Type Effects. Instructor: Julian Harkema
Digital Video 1
VC 265 | 3 credits | Tuesdays 6–9:50pm
Students will work with camcorders and computer-based editing software to produce their own personal mini-documentaries or narrative film projects in this entry-level course designed to explore video technology and professional production techniques. Advanced class will be offered in spring. All levels welcome. Instructor: Steve Cox
Introduction to Adobe Illustrator
VC 139 | 2 credits | Tuesdays 6–9:50pm
Learn. Create. Illustrate. At the heart of great design, there is illustrator. Learn how to use the vector illustration software Illustartor to create powerful graphics. Instructor: Carson Brown
Introduction to Digital Illustration
ART 239 | 3 credits | Wednesdays 6-9:50pm
What does an organic based lifeform need for this class? The ability to draw and sketch, a good understanding of Illustrator of FreeHand and Photoshop, and a desire to upgrade and refine your non-robotic skills in the realm of creating digital illustration and concepts. Resistance is futile – sign up soon! Instructor: Von Glitschka
Photo Illustration
ART 237 | 4 credits | Tuesdays and Thursdays 3:00-5:50pm
Explore the fine art of Photoshop with advanced techniques including combining images in layers to produce photo illustrations. You will work with your own photographs and graphics as you develop techniques to get beyond the basics and produce truly original work. Previous Photoshop experience required. Instructor: Wayne Knowles
Portrait Photography
ART 267 | 4 credits | Thursdays 6:00pm-9:50pm
Work with professional photographer Kelly James to explore a
variety of techniques and approaches to portraiture. Includes
formal, informal, environmental, and group portraits using studio
and location lighting and available light. Incorporates digital
printing and professional practices. Instructor: Kelly James
Traditional Photography
ART 261 | 4 credits
In this era of new technology and many opinions about traditional film photography vs. digital, it may be a confusing choice. Consider this: digital photography is based on all of the techniques of traditional cameras, film and darkroom processing with the exception of replacing film with digital imaging. All of the training you experience and the techniques you learn will be a foundation for a better understanding of the emerging digital technology. Learn the many aspects of using cameras, exposing and processing film, making photographic prints, and preparing images for display. Learn composition, lighting, filters, flash and the use of accessories. Create a solid foundation for your photographic future!
Mondays and Wednesdays 10:00-12:50 pm, with instructor Marty Giovaninni
Mondays and Wednesdays 6:00-9:00 pm, with instructor Tom Carey
Flash 2
VC 136 | 2 credits | Online
Continues work in Flash software, including in-depth and exciting work with ActionScript 3.0. Prerequisite VC135 or consent of instructor. Instructor: Heidi Shamberger
Dreamweaver 2
VC 144 | 2 credits | Online
Continues work in Dreamweaver software. Prerequisite VC134 or consent of instructor. Instructor: Heidi Shamberger
