Graphic and Design Studio
Graphic and Design Studio at the Faculty of Arts, Manas University
The Graphic Arts Department of the Faculty of Arts at Manas University is equipped with a state-of-the-art graphic and design studio, providing students with the necessary technical resources for professional training.
Key Features of the Facility:
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High-performance computing workstations - The hardware enables work with industry-standard software applications including Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects, and Cinema 4D.
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Specialized licensed software - The laboratory features legally licensed graphic design and multimedia applications that comply with current industry standards.
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Ergonomically designed workspaces - The layout incorporates ergonomic principles to facilitate extended working sessions.
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Systematic technology upgrades - Equipment is periodically modernized to maintain alignment with evolving industry requirements.
The Graphic and Design Studio at Manas University represents an essential component of the educational program, equipping future designers with the competencies required for successful professional careers. This facility ensures students develop practical skills using tools and technologies that reflect contemporary professional practice in the field of graphic design.
Fine Art Print Workshop
Fine Art Print Workshop
The Fine Art Print Workshop was established in the 2022-2023 academic year under the Graphic Department of the Faculty of Fine Arts. Its purpose is to enable students to learn and practice both traditional and modern printmaking techniques. Over three years, students have produced various prints—including linocut, engraving, and other methods—as part of their coursework across different classes.
Workshop Equipment:
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Two printing presses:
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One commercially purchased
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The other custom-built by metalworking craftsmen from the university’s Vocational School
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One exposure unit – for preparing silkscreen (screen printing) stencils
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One screen-printing table
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One acid bath – for etching metal plates (intaglio printing)
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One ink roller – for applying ink to printing plates
