Analog Media for Illustration

3 units

This studio course explores analog (non-digital) mixed-media and its usage in contemporary illustration practice. Students will explore a variety of hands-on media such as pen and ink, brush and ink, watercolor, gouache, acrylic, monotype printmaking, cut paper, collage, and an assortment of drawing materials. Demonstrations will be given for each media assigned, including lectures on artists and illustrators pertaining to each new material. Students will be assessed on their comprehension of media through the execution of individual assignments. At the conclusion of the semester, students will be well-versed in analog media and equipped to navigate their own artistic development.