Illustration
Illustration is a course that will utilize traditional media and techniques while conveying a message or telling a story. Students will study examples of a visual narrative from traditional Illustration to present day examples. Students will also learn and develop storytelling skills, which is a vital aspect of illustrating. Students will develop conceptual strategies, take risks, try new ideas and explore non-literal thinking giving form to abstract ideas. Student projects will range from: editorial illustration, book illustration, commercial assignments, spot illustrations, and book covers.
Supplies
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Supplies (not required but encouraged)
- Inking tools. Not all of these, these are just ideas!
- Micron Pens
- Any ink pen will do, but waterproof and pigmented ink is a must
- Pentel Brush Pens
- This pen creates a "brush-like line" that gives character and attitude to ink work. A favorite of Inktober artists like Jake Parker.
- Colored Markers
- Like Prismacolors, Faber Castell PITT Pens, or Copics. These can get expensive to please invest if you are REALLY going to use them!!!
- Micron Pens