IL 4900 - Illustration Graduation Portfolio I

Credits: 3

In this senior-level course, students specialize in a single area of illustration and begin the development of their graduation portfolio. Projects and timetables are self-directed in consultation with the instructor. Upon successful completion of this course, the student will have created a series of related portfolio projects that demonstrate advanced thinking and storytelling abilities, continued improvement in illustration methods and materials, and a greater command of innovative style in their artwork.

Prerequisites: IL 4450 - Illustration Marketing

Notes: To be completed in the term prior to IL4995 Illustration Graduation Portfolio II

Course Learning Outcomes:

Demonstrate advanced thinking, planning, and storytelling abilities.
Show improvement in illustration methods and materials.
Imagine and incorporate an innovative style to finished illustrative work.

Required Textbooks:
Graphic Artists Guild Handbook: Pricing + Ethical Guidelines, 15th Edition - ISBN: 978-1507206683

Course Materials:
Optional Materials based on Student Preference

Promotional Materials (cards, prints, etc.)

Framing Materials for Graduation Exhibit