Description
Instructor(s)/Supervisor(s)/Coordinator(s): Vennes CHENGThis course provides an integrated introduction to the theories, cultures, and practical techniques of digital media, designed to prepare students for advanced study and opportunities in the Extended Major Program in DMCA. Through a balanced focus on both conceptual and technical skills, students will explore the aesthetics, theory, and practice of digital photography, cinematography, content creation, visual storytelling, media design, interactive and immersive media, and generative arts. The course combines lectures, workshops, demonstrations, and critiques, covering topics such as digital graphics editing, stop-motion, data visualization, AI-generated art, and virtual production. Students will gain hands-on experience with industry-relevant software and hardware, including picture and sound editing, digital effects, motion capture, and VR applications. Guest speakers and curators from leading institutions enrich the learning experience with current practices and insights. For students enrolled in the Extended Major Program in DMCA.