Fees: $20 for supplies

Learning Recommendations: Student should have an interest in commercial illustration, character development, and advertising/communication arts.

General Description: This is a one semester beginning course in graphics. Students are introduced to art skills used in this field. Principles of design, illustration, lettering, basic printmaking, and a variety of technical drawing skills will be taught and applied.

Content:

• Principles of design, illustration and printmaking
• Technical drawing and printing skills (digital and traditional)

Strategies: Students learn through a combination of:

• Hands-on projects using various media
• Direct instruction
• Skill development
• Study of the human form and anatomy

Equipment to be provided by Student: None