Design I

Course Description:

This foundation course introduces the fundamentals of two-dimensional design as it applies to fine arts and commercial contexts. Emphasis will be on basic color theory, elements of dynamic composition, vocabulary of visual arts and design, and development of visual conceptual skills. Students will use a variety of materials and techniques.

ENMU | Fall 2025

Student Works

Assignment:

Demonstrate your understanding of the principles of design and color theory by creating two abstract compositions. One uses warm colors , and one uses cool colors. Together, these works will form a class mosaic project.

Assignment:
Explore how colors communicate emotion, personality, and symbolism in design.

Ethan Hastings

Graphic Major

Abagail Johnson

Art Major

Dennise Sanchez

Computer science Major

Alegra Vierra

Art Minor

Assignment:
Explore rhythm through positive and negative space using the Japanese Notan method.

Alegra Vierra

Art Minor

Ethan Hastings

Graphic Major

Mya Albarez

Theater Major

Assignment:
Create a 6 × 6 inch composition that demonstrates your understanding of design principles,
such as balance, rhythm, contrast, unity, and movement, using pattern as your main visual element.

Samantha Martinez

Art Minor

Analicia Santilanes

Graphic Major

Noah Martin

Theater Major

Design I

ENMU | Fall 2025

Student Works

Assignment:

Demonstrate your understanding of the principles of design and color theory by creating two abstract compositions. One uses warm colors , and one uses cool colors. Together, these works will form a class mosaic project.

Assignment: Explore how colors communicate emotion, personality, and symbolism in design.

Assignment: Explore rhythm through positive and negative space using the Japanese Notan method.

Assignment: Create a 6 × 6 inch composition that demonstrates your understanding of design principles, such as balance, rhythm, contrast, unity, and movement, using pattern as your main visual element.

Assignment:
Explore how colors communicate emotion, personality, and symbolism in design.

Assignment:
Explore rhythm through positive and negative space using the Japanese Notan method.

Assignment:
Create a 6 × 6 inch composition that demonstrates your understanding of design principles,
such as balance, rhythm, contrast, unity, and movement, using pattern as your main visual element.