Launching the Imagination 3-D Version 2.0

Name: Launching the Imagination 3-D Version 2.0
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ISBN: 9780072878752

ISBN-10: 0072878754

ISBN-13: 9780072878752

Edition: 2nd 2006 (Revised)

Authors: Mary Stewart

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Designed for courses in Creativity or Three-Dimensional Design, Launching the Imagination: A Guide to Three-Dimensional Design offers a comprehensive framework on which students, teachers, and administrators can build. The approach in this second edition is refined, distilled, and updated, using hundreds of examples drawn from traditional and contemporary sources. Profiles with interviews of artists and designers introduce students to working processes, career choices, and criteria for excellence from a remarkable group of masters.Launching the Imagination is available in a comprehensive volume treating 2D design, Creativity and Problem-solving, 3D design, and time-based (4D) design; or in… split volumes containing either 2D or 3D design, plus the material on Creativity and Problem-solving.Launching the Imagination's Core Concepts in Art CD-ROM, version 2.0, which engages students interactively with the elements and principles of art through numerous interactive exercises, has been re-organized and expanded. A copy of this CD-ROM is included free with every copy of the textbook purchased from McGraw-Hill, a student-value of over $30, and is also available individually through your local bookstore."I have found the text very clear and concise with fabulous, diversified examples and illustrations."--Kelly M. Nelson, Longwood University"It is clear, concise, and visually appealing. My students responded immediately to its visual impact. I also appreciated the artist views for each chapter. They gave the sections more meaning."--Danielle Harmon, Valdosta State University"This text is excellent for developing projects that stimulate creativity, challenge students set in convergent thinking to open up, realize the ability to be creative when they are not visual artists."--Carolynne Whitefeather, Utica College"Main reason [for adopting LTI]: chapters on narrative and time. Helped to bridge the gap between fine arts and graphic design. Helped/introduced students to these elements/topics and reinforced 2D/3D concepts learned in other classes. Students enjoyed the book. Problem solving chapter is great."--William Britton Rowe, Ohio Northern University"Launching the Imagination is both simple and in-depth in its scope. It is thorough without being overwhelming. It is clear and succinct without losing the essence of meaning or concepts. Also the color examples and the accompanying CD is great."--Rob Tarbell, Piedmont Virginia Community College and James Madison University"I have not had a really good text for 2-D Design since Roy Behrens' Design in the Visual Arts, which is now out of print. While there is much to like about Launching the Imagination, I was most happy with the sections which talked about critical thinking and strategies for problem solving which can be employed by visual artists."--Reid Wood, Lorain County Community College"The engaging writing and variety of visual examples make this design text the most user friendly guide for both students and instructor that I've found yet. The artist profiles give an applied art/life perspective that is unique in foundations texts. I've used the text at two colleges and my students LOVE this text. The thin 2D volume is also a plus. Students do Not want a heavy book to lug around."--Tracy Doreen Dietzel, Edgewood College

Book details

List price: $66.25
Edition: 2nd
Copyright year: 2006
Publisher: McGraw-Hill Higher Education
Binding: Mixed Media
Size: 8.50" wide x 10.50" long x 0.50" tall
Weight: 1.738
Language: English



Preface


Introduction



Concepts And Critical Thinking



Cultivating Creativity


Design and Creativity


Seven Characteristics of Creative Thinking


Goal Setting Time Management


Profile




Problem Seeking And Problem Solving


Problem Seeking Convergent and Divergent


Thinking Brainstorming Visual Research


Variations on a Theme An Open Mind


Profile: Heidi Lasher-Oakes, Sculptor



Developing Critical Thinking


Establishing Criteria


Form, Subject, and Contents


Stop, Look, Listen, Learn


Types of Critiques


Developing a Long-Term


Project Turn Up the Heat: Pushing Your


Project's Potential


Concept and Composition


Accepting Responsibility


Profile: Bob Dacey, Illustrator



Constructing Meaning


Building Bridges


Purpose and Intent


Context Connections Drama


Aesthetics and Anesthetics


Profile



Graphic Designer



Three-Dimensional Design



Elements Of Three-Dimensional Design


Defining Form Form and Function Orthographic Projection Degrees of Dimensionality Line Plane Volume Mass Space Texture Light Color Time The complexity of Three-Dimensional Design Profile: Rodger Mack, Sculptor



Principles Of Three-Dimensional Design


Unity and Variety Balance Scale Proportion Emphasis Repetition and Rhythm Profile: David MacDonald, Ceramicist



Materials And Methods


Choice of Materials Connections Transitions


Traditional Materials, Contemporary Uses


Student Materials Materials and Meanings


Profile




Physical And Cerebral


Constructed Thought


Physical forces Cerebral


Qualities of Sculptural


Objects Contemporary


Questions, Contemporary Answers


Expressing Ideas in Physical Form


Profile



Sculptor


Glossary


Credits Index


Each chapter includes: Key Questions interspersed throughout, Summaries, and Key Terms Each


Part concludes with Multimedia Resources guide


For student independent study: the Multimedia Resources guide suggested relevant exercises on the Online Learning Center (OLC) and the Core


Concepts in Art CD-ROM


For instructors: the Multimedia Resources guide suggests additional resources available on the password-protected teacher's


OLC and the Instructor's Resources


CD-ROM such as projects and other assignments