Elements and Principles of 4D Art and Design

About this book

Elements and Principles of 4D Art and Design is a core text for 4D foundational studies offering students an accessible and hands-on introduction to the new elements and principles of time-based art. Suitable for both majors and non-majors the book begins by reviewing basic aesthetic concepts and the principles and elements of 2- and 3D design to help students make connections between more familiar art forms and the new world of 4D design. Through a range of exercises and activities students will hone improvisation brainstorming and critical thinking skills while gaining experience in a range of technologies related to 4D design such as simple video and audio recording and editing. Visit www.oup.com/us/mueller for additional material including: - Interviews videos and audio files for a selection of examples cited throughout the text - Links and suggestions for online technical resources related to DSLR camera use video editing audio recording and editing and stop-motion animation - Links to additional resources on artists and art for more in-depth learning