ART.-233 Advanced Illustration

Credits 3 / 6 Contact Hours
Pre-requisite: Placement into ACRD-090, ACRD-091 or ACRD-092, completion of ELAP-110 with a minimum grade of 2.0, or successful completion of ACRD-080; ART.-133 . 
This course explores advanced editorial and advertising illustration techniques as an extension of ART.-133 Basic Illustration Techniques and is intended for students who envision making illustration a possible career. Students will further examine how the various techniques are applied to art as a storytelling medium and will be encouraged to develop their own areas of specialization. Traditional and non-traditional methods will be encouraged including digital means of creating and manipulating illustrations using industry-standard software.

Course Outcomes
●       Employ advanced skills in traditional and digital illustration techniques.

●       Experiment with 3D elements in creating cohesive illustrations.

●       Describe and create messages appropriate illustrations to meet design challenges.

●       Make use of a unique illustrative visual voice in creating appropriate illustrations that meet design challenges.

●       Explore new techniques for developing editorial, advertising, or promotional material for illustrations.

●       Complete tasks independently as well as with your fellow classmates.

●       Manage time for completing projects and exercises.

●       Demonstrate correct file management protocols as required for each project.

●       Critique designs and compositions using art and design terminology.