IL 4640 - Typography for Illustration

Credits: 3

This course examines the relationship of typographic design to illustration. Students will learn to apply the basic elements and principles of graphic design to a range of typographic projects to learn how type works with images to communicate ideas. In addition, students will discuss historical and contemporary use, examining page layout and identifying crucial relationships, with special emphasis on creative typographic design solutions. Upon successful completion of this class, students will exhibit increased abilities to arrange, design, and manipulate typography as a visual tool in order to more effectively communicate ideas.

Prerequisites: IL 3850 - Digital Illustration I

Notes: (Formerly IL 2440 Typography for Illustration)

Course Learning Outcomes:

Identify and implement Typography vocabulary.
Demonstrate basic skills in the application of Typography within the field of graphic design.
Demonstrate an aesthetic awareness of letterforms as well as techniques and process to achieve expressive typography.
Implement strategies for creating clear and concise visual communication, ideas, and themes through the use of typography.

Required Textbooks:
ONLINE: Thinking with Type, 2nd Revised + Expanded Edition: A Critical Guide for Designers, Writers, Editors, & Students - ISBN: 978-1568989693
Course Materials:

Ruler
Sketchbook
Graphite Pencils (1-4)

**Materials may vary depending on the instructor, make sure to check with your professor before purchasing.