ILL 412: Global View of Illustration
Create internationally inspired projects infused with cultural research
Contemporary illustrators and fine artists must be prepared to produce work that appeals to a global audience. You will research illustrators and creative image makers who produce international work. Based upon your findings, you will develop and produce multi-faceted illustration projects focused on gaining the attention of an international audience. By considering cultural differences, you will develop the cultural sensitivity required to be a global creative and the skills to effectively research compelling and contemporary imagery for domestic and international audiences.
About This Course
Project-Based Learning
Students will tackle three challenging, internationally focused illustration projects, selecting options that meet their portfolio goals. The projects deal with human portraiture, human experience, and social change, with poster, magazine/book cover, and mural options to explore course themes.
What Skills Will I Develop?
Students in this course can expect to learn to:
What Software and Supplies Do I Need?
To take this course, you'll need:
- Computer with Internet connection.
- Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator.
- Drawing, painting, or other art supplies as dictated by your project.
Course Instructor(s)
The course is taught by the following instructor(s):
Anne Catharine Blake
Anne Catharine Blake is an internationally published freelance author, illustrator, and designer. Her illustrations and sketchbooks have been exhibited in New York, Chicago, Atlanta, Canada, England, and France.
Course Outline
Connection: The Human Portrait
Look at individual illustrators whose work brings stories and culture from around the world though folktales, biographies, and editorial work.
Common Ground: The Human Experience
Explore ways to make connections through common experiences such as food and home/shelter. You'll have the opportunity to get involved with an international creative playground project for illustrators.
Community: Social Change
Explore ways to create change and expand awareness through illustrations in public spaces in murals and posters.
Research & Cultural Awareness
Explore the difference between cultural appropriation and cultural appreciation and discuss how to know the difference in our work.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How Do The Courses Work?
Our courses are project-based and instructor-led. In each course you’ll complete a series of lectures, projects, discussions, and critiques designed to stretch your creative skills. Weekly assignment deadlines keep you on track, so you can build your studies around your schedule. Two live Zoom meetings in this course provide the opportunity to work 1to1 with your instructor.
Who Are The Instructors?
Our courses are developed and taught by our industry-leading faculty of creative professionals. This means that you’ll learn in-demand skills, get feedback on your work, and build a portfolio of creative work. View our Student Gallery for featured student projects.
When Can I Start?
Classes start January, April, and August, and this course is completed in a 15-week term. This course is part of a Bachelor's Degree program at Sessions College. You can enroll in this course on an individual basis or as part of a program.
How Do I Register?
To register for a program, complete our program application. To register for this course on an individual basis, please contact our admissions team at admissions@sessions.edu. An Admissions Advisor will contact you to setup your enrollment.
| Course Tuition and Fees | |
|---|---|
| Tuition | $300/credit |
| Registration Fee* | $200 |
| Total Course Price | $1100 |
Registration fees are nonrefundable after 5 days from enrollment.
Is Sessions College Accredited?
Yes. Since 2001, Sessions College has been accredited by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission (DEAC). The Distance Education Accrediting Commission is listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a recognized accrediting agency and is recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).