Digital Arts

Coordinator: Ricardo Miranda
349 Holman Hall, miranda@tcnj.edu

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The Digital Arts major features an intensive core curriculum (and a range of options) in specifically digital media such as Imaging and Photography, Video, Time-based Media, Sound Design, Animation, Web Design-both Static and Dynamic, and Interactive and Performance Media.

Upon graduating with a BFA in Digital Arts, TCNJ students will be highly prepared to either continue their education as strong candidates at the most competitive graduate programs in New Media or to enter professional fields as amongst the most skilled digital artists in an increasingly competitive job market.

The essence of the Digital Arts curriculum is the study of art (in both studio and seminar classes) that is originated, created and/or output with the use of digital technologies. The course of study parallels the development of art and technology in western culture from still photography to the moving image to electronic interactivity and to the production of immersive environments, utilizing the latest digital tools available. The fundamental principle underlying the curriculum is that student artists must understand and develop the historical, aesthetic, conceptual, and technical aspects of the digital arts within the larger context of art-making.

The Digital Arts student can choose to specialize in a particular area or opt for broad and comprehensive exposure to media in the discipline. The student's creative visual language is developed in foundation courses of fine arts, which introduce a rigorous practice in drawing, color theory, design, conceptual analysis, introductory digital courses, and photography. The exemplary educational background The College of New Jersey offers--one that emphasizes "creative expressions", "critical thinking", and a "cultural, social, and intellectual life enriched and enlivened by diversity"-- is integral to the curriculum. Second year study incorporates student learning of foundational skills with new technical forms that include interactive art and design, time-based media (video and animation) and web design. Third year students specialize in a Digital Arts component to further develop their aesthetic, technical and conceptual abilities. The final year is comprised of advanced research and study in the Digital Arts that ensures both a conceptual and technical maturation of each student.

The Art Department announces a new minor: Photography.
The Photography Minor is available to all TCNJ students who are passionately interested in exploring photography. Students must complete five photography courses that include Photography I, Photography II, Digital Photography and Histories of Photography. Students choose a fifth course based on advisement. Admission to the minor is through consultation with The Photography Coordinator, Anita Allyn. Please contact her at allyn@tcnj.edu.

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Digital Arts Recommended Program of Study