Industrial Art
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Program Description
Industrial Art teaches practical and creative ways to design, make, and communicate using visual and material media. You will study drawing, design principles, sculpture, printmaking, digital media, art history, and cultural studies. The program combines handcraft skills and digital tools so you can build products, visual messages, and exhibits. Graduates can become graphic designers, art teachers, museum curators, creative directors, or work in media and cultural institutions. This course helps you develop a strong portfolio, practical problem solving, and knowledge of Ghanaian and global art traditions. It is ideal for students who enjoy making, shaping ideas, and communicating through images and objects.
Aims & Objectives
Develop practical drawing and design skills, demonstrated by a portfolio of finished projects.
Master basic studio techniques in sculpture, printmaking, and craft, evidenced by workshop assessments.
Understand visual design principles and cultural context, shown through written analysis and presentations.
Create digital artworks using core software tools, completed as assessed digital projects.
Why Choose This Program?
Hands-on creativity
You learn by making, combining traditional craft with digital design to produce real work for display or sale.
Strong career pathways
Leads to jobs in graphic design, teaching, curation, creative direction, and media production, sectors that value visual skills.
Cultural relevance
Covers Ghanaian art and heritage, preparing you to work in museums, festivals, and cultural projects locally and internationally.
Practical industry links
Opportunities for internships, school exhibitions, and collaborations with local artisans and media teams build real-world experience.
Skills & Tools
Skills You'll Develop
Image editing and composition for posters, photo retouching, and digital artwork preparation.
Vector illustration and logo design for branding, signage, and print-ready graphics.
Layout and typography for print and digital publications, portfolios, and exhibition labels.
Basic photography, image capture, and editing workflows for documenting work and producing media content.
Tools & Resources
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe InDesign
Canva (accessible alternative)
Challenges & Tips
Challenges
Balancing theory and practice within class time
Tips & Advice
Plan small weekly projects to apply theory, and keep a sketchbook to track learning.
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