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

• Sketchbook (video here)
  • ​nothing smaller than 8"x5" no larger than 9"x12".
  • Sketchbook should NOT say "SKETCH/60 LB. Paper"--that paper is too light. Look for "DRAWING/70 LB. Paper" or "MIXED MEDIA/90 LB.+ Paper". 
    • Spiral Bound is good
    • Perfect Bound is good
    • NO NO NO TAPE BOUND (the pages fall out)
• drawing pencils (at least 4 different hardnesses)
  • ​For example: 2H, HB, 2B, 4B or 3H, HB, 4B, 6B
  • Sets are not required, but could be split between 2 students. 
  • this is a GREAT SET! 
  • Individual Pencils are an option. These are sold at Michael's or Rochester Art Supply. 
• kneaded eraser
  • ​Faber Castell
  • Prismacolor
  • General's

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!!!