Graphic Design B


Course Description:
In Graphic Design B you will bring your ideas to life--transforming original designs from concept to real-world products.
Through hands-on projects, you will explore the full creative process, combining visual communications, critical thinking, and problem solving. From a blank canvas to a finished product, you’ll learn how to take your digital artwork and apply it using professionally printing and finishing techniques.
- Collaborate, take creative risks, and experiment with digital and print media to craft effective eye-catching designs.
- Turn our custom artwork or ready-made graphics into real products like t-shirts, vinyl decals, canvas wraps and more.
- Work in a modern, fully-equipped lab with tools, materials, and guidance you need to make your vision a reality.
- Master industry-standard software like Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign--essential tools for today’s creative careers.
Students who would benefit from this program
Are you creative? Do you love to design and make things?
Whether you’re dreaming of a future design or just love to create, Graphic Design B gives you the skills, space, and support to make it happen.
NOTE: Students do not need to take Graphic Design A before Graphic Design B. They are interchangeable.
Course Outline:
1st Semester: Digital Design, Layout and Technology, Software Management, Vinyl Applications & Development, Textiles & Fabrics, Introduction to Design Processes and Materials.
2nd Semester: Advanced Digital and Print Solutions, Concept Development & Prototyping, Package Design, Personal Branding & Marketing.
High School Credit:
Students will earn elective credit at their high school upon completion of this course. Please see a high school counselor (based on district decision) for eligibility towards 4th-year math-related credit, VPAA credit, and waived credits for third year science and second year world language.
College Credit: Students in the Graphic Design B program have the opportunity for dual enrollment direct cre
Length of Program:
1 year
Instructors
Graphic Design B Instructor:
James Larsen
jlarsen@oaisd.org
ParaPro:
Jailyn Everest
jeverest@oaisd.org

