Course detail

2D graphics 2

FaVU-12DG2Acad. year: 2026/2027

The course introduces the potential and capabilities of Affinity Studio as a financially sustainable alternative when transitioning from an academic environment to a professional practice. Specifically, it focuses on the practical application of Affinity tools in applied 2D graphics. It covers fundamental vector and raster graphics processing integrated with digital painting, photo editing, layout, and general digital post-production.

 

Language of instruction

Czech

Number of ECTS credits

2

Mode of study

Not applicable.

Entry knowledge

No previous experience with Affinity software is required.

 

Rules for evaluation and completion of the course

Credit is given on the basis of active participation in classes and submission of a project in which students showcase the potential of Affinity software.

Attendance is mandatory; 2 absences are accepted without justification.

 

Aims

The objective of the course is to familiarize students with the possibilities of Affinity software and to build confidence in workflows for complex 2D graphics in design or artistic practice. Upon passing the course, students will become familiar with Affinity's potential and capabilities for processing 2D graphics and will be able to apply them to their own projects.

 

Study aids

Not applicable.

Prerequisites and corequisites

Not applicable.

Basic literature

Not applicable.

Recommended reading

Dawid TUMINSKI. Affinity Designer 1.8. From Zero to Superhero: A beginner's guide to Affinity Designer 1.8. 2020 (EN)
Fouad SABRY. Raster Graphics – Understanding the Foundations of Raster Graphics in Computer Vision. 2021 (EN)
John Z. KOMURKI, Risomania: The New Spirit of Printing. Niggli Verlag, 2016. (EN)
Kristina NICKEL, Ready to print: handbook for media designers. Berlin: Gestalten, 2011. (EN)

Classification of course in study plans

  • Programme DES_B Bachelor's 1 year of study, summer semester, compulsory-optional
    1 year of study, summer semester, compulsory-optional
    1 year of study, summer semester, compulsory-optional
    1 year of study, summer semester, compulsory-optional
  • Programme VUM_B Bachelor's 1 year of study, summer semester, compulsory-optional
    1 year of study, summer semester, compulsory-optional
    1 year of study, summer semester, compulsory-optional
    1 year of study, summer semester, compulsory-optional
    1 year of study, summer semester, compulsory-optional
    1 year of study, summer semester, compulsory-optional
    1 year of study, summer semester, compulsory-optional
    1 year of study, summer semester, compulsory-optional
    1 year of study, summer semester, compulsory-optional
    1 year of study, summer semester, compulsory-optional
    1 year of study, summer semester, compulsory-optional
    1 year of study, summer semester, compulsory-optional

Type of course unit

 

Exercise in computer lab

26 hours, compulsory

Teacher / Lecturer

Syllabus

    1. Affinity interface and tools (Vector, Pixel, Layout)
    2. Vector, vectorization, curves
    3. Bitmap, smart objects
    4. Layers, masks, effects
    5. Integration and layout
    6. Export, formats and their further applications
 

Individual preparation for excercises

10 hours, optionally

Teacher / Lecturer

Individual preparation for a project work

15 hours, compulsory

Teacher / Lecturer