About Us

San Joaquin Delta College extends its Fine Arts Division offerings to include an exciting program in Graphic Arts, which evolved from our earlier Printing Technology program.

Digital art, imagery, and electronic publication have expanded the traditional technologies of print and visual communication.

Delta responds with a curriculum designed to prepare students to succeed as skilled workers with creative energy. Delta's Department of Graphic Arts moves its students into this new age with challenging courses and opportunities for personal exploration.

The graphics lab offers state-of-the-art computer workstations on both the Mac and PC platforms, current versions of software and personalized instruction. Students progress through project levels based on their individual levels of experience, and create portfolios reflecting their growth and skills.

Field trips and independent studies round out the program. Students may attain a Graphic Arts Certificate of Achievement. Courses may also be transferable to four-year universities for Bachelors' degree programs.

Instructor:
MELANIE MARSHALL

Melanie earned her B.F.A. from the San Francisco Art Institute with subsequent teaching certification in Printing and Graphics as well as Electronic Technology. She has over 26 years' experience, and has been teaching adults for over 18 years. She brings all this and more to the classroom, beyond simply instructing from a book.

Melanie first came to San Joaquin Delta College as the Print Technology instructor three years ago. She was instrumental in developing the new Graphic Arts Program, which she now teaches full time. As a highly proficient electronics technician, she also installs and maintains the graphic lab's software and computers on both Mac and PC platforms.