Ontario College of Art & Design

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ILLU 1B02
Illustrative Concepts 1
0.50 Credit(s)
Studio
Illustrative Concepts 1 introduces students to the fundamental theories and practices in the field of contemporary illustration, with an emphasis on ideation and visual problem-solving methods. Students develop and apply design processes, including problem definition, design criteria development, research and observation, brainstorming, mindmapping and visual synthesis, divergent and convergent thinking, critical thinking, and cycles of testing and refinement through a variety of studio projects. Central to this course is the illustrator’s role as storyteller, communicator and commentator.
Notes: No substitute
Course was last updated January 27, 2012 - 12:46 PM