Illustration I is the primary core course for illustration majors in their sophomore year. The students approach major elements of technique, application, and theory in relation to becoming professional illustrators. Studio sessions involve basic problem solving, anatomy, pictorial composition, media applications, figurative expression, use of reference tools, and illustrative techniques. Class structure allows demonstrations of processes and experimentation for assignment development. Group and individual critiques will be used to evaluate work.

This course will introduce students to an alternative style of illustration that will expand their thinking into the third dimension. Emphasis will be placed on planning and preparation of compositional elements in three- dimensional sculptural form and creative problem solving. Students will learn to techniques in professional documentation of their artwork. Students will be encouraged to explore a variety of materials and techniques to complete projects.

This course will focus on the investigation and practice of a selected topic in illustration. Subject offerings will vary by specializations in the illustration field. A subtopic course description will be published each term the course is offered and may have limited repeatability.