IL 351 - Illustration Junior Seminar-Introduction to the Discipline

Institution:

Maine College of Art

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Description:

This course provides an overview of the historical and contemporary contexts of the illustration field. The role of illustration in the larger scheme of contemporary culture will be explored while students meet guest illustrators, visit studios and publishers. Professional issues of copyright and market influence will be addressed. Projects will emphasize various techniques and themes that link to historical references yet provide current inspiration for student voice. Students will write and illustrate one project based upon a single illustrator of their choice. There will be one collaborative project published by the class, including student text and illustration. Major requirement: 3 credits/semester; 6 hours/week.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.meca.edu

Phone Number:

(207) 775-3052

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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