Illustration L6

Course details

• Illustration is the art of making ideas visible, and a successful illustration is one that communicates its message through the unique/personal vision of the illustrator.
• This course blends digital technology with classical training, while also offering a creative environment in which students can experiment, test and develop their illustrative work. Participants are encouraged through discussion, critiques and tutorials as
• well as live and set projects, to develop their own personal visual language.
• Professional Practice talks, discussions and student-managed projects, develop an awareness of current developments within the industry and how to make a living in this exciting field.
• Students work towards creating a portfolio (both hard copy and online) that will showcase their work, allowing them to progress to the next level, be it higher education or industry.
• The potential platforms for successful students are wide ranging including, editorial, children’s books, advertising, fashion, web illustration, animation and product illustration such as textiles and packaging.

Entry Requirements

• Successful achievement at QQI Level 5 Illustration or equivalent
• Mature applicants will be considered on their merits.
• Students should bring a portfolio of work to interview.

Course Outline

Production of practical design projects to a professional client visual

standard, delivered through the following modules:

• Illustration
• Life Drawing
• Painting
• Design Methodology
• Computer Illustration Graphics
• Appreciation of Art-Craft-Design
• Digital Marketing
• Print Making
• Communications
• Work Experience

Progression

• Progression from QQI Level 6 to Higher Education Courses.