ART 237 - Illustration Black and White Media

3 Credit(s)

Course Description: Introduces traditional (non-computerized) illustration techniques, concepts and practices, allowing students to develop an understanding of how to create an illustration both physically as well as conceptually. The course focuses on black and white media and is designed to increase basic art skills, provide the tools and knowledge for students to successfully complete assigned projects, and develop an understanding of commercial illustration applications.

Course Learning Outcomes:

CLO#1: Render forms and spaces with sufficient understanding and precision for the rendering of objects, surfaces, and spaces.
CLO#2: Utilize a variety of common two-dimensional, black and white media to fulfill varied illustration outcomes. (ILO: Communication)
CLO#3: Quickly create sketches which explore a variety of options in concept and design for illustration outcomes.

Typical Required and Recommended Equipment and Materials: Drawing pencils and erasers, Bristol - 2 ply sheets, Tracing paper, Pens, brushes, and ink, Scratchboard and related tools

ACTI Code and Course Type
100 Lower Division Collegiate

Length of Course:
A required state minimum of (60) and a standard RCC delivery of (66) lecture/lab hours per term, not to exceed (72) hours per term.