In this first Design course students are introduced to the Elements and Principles of Westcoast Indigenous and Western design. Using the Elements (Formline Design, texture, line, shape, colour, pattern, space, and form), students begin to build an inventory of tools and techniques with which do compose their jewellery designs. Discussions of the Principles of Design (Balance, Rhythm, Emphasis, Scale and Proportion, and Unity) guide students to a deeper understanding of the ways in which the elements can be arranged effectively. Idea generation and conceptual design are also introduced. Through brief presentations, group discussions and hands-on exercises, students work towards designing a series of jewellery pieces to be created for the Capstone Project.
Prerequisites
JADE 1121.
Course type
This course is offered as part of a VCC program and cannot be taken individually.
International students: Eligibility is determined at the program level. Visit the program page for international student requirements and application information.
- The Elements of Design: Line, Shape, Texture, Value, Colour, Form, Plane, Space, LIght, Time
- The Principles of Western Design: Balance, Rhythm, Emphasis, Scale/Proportion, Unity
- The Principles of Westcoast Indigenous Design: Formline Design
Course schedules
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| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 40531 |
January 4, 2027 to April 16, 2027 |
Lab | VCC Downtown Campus | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule. All self-paced courses have on-campus tests. Off-site certified invigilation centres may be used at the student's expense.
How to take this course
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
Contact us
If you have any questions, please email at [email protected].
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.