Graphic Design: Cowboy Art Micro-Credentials
Master Adobe Creative Suite skills while developing original artwork with a Western flair.
Cowboy Art Micro-Credentials
Program Overview
OPSU’s Cowboy Art micro-credential series is designed to build graphic design proficiency through Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign. With an emphasis on Western Imagery and regional cultural elements, learners gain practical digital design experience while assembling a creative portfolio that reflects OPSU’s unique aesthetic heritage.
Badge Levels and Skills
Badge I: Illustrator- Cowboy Art
Learn vector-based digital illustration and logo creation using Adobe Illustrator with a focus on Western themes.
Skill Tags:
- Vector Illustration
- Logo Design
- Typography
- Line Art & Iconography
- Western Motif Creation
- Adobe Illustrator Tools
Badge II: Photoshop- Cowboy Art
Manipulate and enhance images using Adobe Photoshop to create stylized compositions rooted in the cowboy tradition.
Skill Tags:
- Photo Editing
- Layer Compositing
- Western-Themed Graphics
- Color Correction
- Blending & Filters
- Adobe Photoshop Techniques
Badge III: Desktop Publishing- Cowboy Art
Combine graphic elements into print-ready layouts using Adobe InDesign. Build a Western-themed digital portfolio from your completed work.
Skill Tags:
- Layout & Composition
- Publication Design
- Portfolio Building
- Print Readiness
- Typography Management
- Adobe InDesign Tools
Delivery Format
All courses are delivered 100% in-person on the OPSU campus in Goodwell, Oklahoma. Learning includes instructor-guided lab time, studio practice, and peer critiques.