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Philip Szrama

Assistant Professor

School of Design
College of Art and Design

585-475-5644
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Philip Szrama

Assistant Professor

School of Design
College of Art and Design

Education

BS, State University College at Geneseo; MFA, Rochester Institute of Technology

585-475-5644

Areas of Expertise

Currently Teaching

DDDD-102
3 Credits
This course is an introduction to the development of surface materials in three- dimensional software, using the basic concepts covered in Intro to Modeling and Motion. Principles of additive and subtractive color are developed as they relate to the interpretation of physical phenomena within a virtual world. The vocabulary expands to include the interaction of light and surface attributes including: color, relief, specularity, transparency, and more. Projects focus on using color, value and texture to enhance the representation of form and space. The basics of node based materials design is introduced. Additional techniques for UV layout are introduced. Concepts are introduced through lectures, discussions, demonstrations, research, assigned projects, and critiques. Assignments develop skills in surface design, lighting and rendering.
DDDD-304
3 Credits
This course addresses the technical and aesthetic concerns in the production of 3D motion graphics for various implementations, including station identifications for television networks, film titles, public service broadcast, music video, scoreboard graphics and logos for advertising. The course also examines current trends and implications for future application of 3D motion graphics in the broader field of 3D communication design. Major areas of focus are the use of three-dimensional typography, design development and presentation, screen composition, timing, transition and content. 3D Visual Effects as they pertain to 3D motion graphics are also addressed.
DDDD-402
3 Credits
The course focuses on implementation of a three-dimensional digital design project from the planning stage, through completion and presentation. By the end of the term the student will have completed at least half of the project and have made all of the aesthetic decisions relative to the project in preparation for an intense critique at the end of the term.
DDDD-403
3 Credits
The course focuses on the completion of a major three-dimensional digital design project from the planning stage, through completion and presentation. Based on the feedback received in the critique at the end of the previous sections of Senior Capstone I, students will refine and complete their project and prepare to submit their work to competitions and integrate it into their portfolio. Finished projects are presented in a Senior Capstone show.
DDDD-599
1 - 6 Credits
3D Digital Design Independent Study will provide students with the ability to study in a specialized area with an individual faculty member. Students, with the assistance of a faculty advisor will propose a course of study. 3D Digital Design independent study students must obtain permission of an instructor and complete the Independent Study Permission Form to enroll.

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