CSIL 100 S001: Introductory Illustration

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ECIAD
SectionS001
TermSpring 2026
StatusA
DatesJan 25, 2026 – Mar 29, 2026
LocationIn Person
Meetings
  • SatSun 1:30pm–4:30pm — MAIN B4160
InstructorErin Green
Description (ECIAD)Illustration is a dynamic practice linking images to text, distilling thematic concepts through relatable imagery, and catching the attention of an audience. It has been used to illuminate text throughout human history and has become a sought after skill in various creative industries, including video games, animation, and visual effects. Artistic and creative directors, digital and technical artists, as well as production and design teams look to illustration as a key component to creative development. In this course you will be lead through hands-on projects, presentations, discussions and critiques that will expose you to a variety of techniques, media and styles as you explore how content, design elements and materials are used in the translation of ideas into images.

Material List: Be prepared for your course. Download the material list to purchase items before your first class.

Price(s)DMRE: $658.05
CSDB
CS TitleIntroductory Illustration
CS DescriptionExplore how ideas become images through hands-on illustration projects that blend concept, technique and visual storytelling.
Prior LearningTo fully benefit from this course, prior experience with drawing techniques are required.
Legacy InfoPreviously CEIL 100 Intro to Illustration
Course Hours30
Hours per Class3
Course TypeAdult
Max Students20
Classroom TypeIllustration Studio
Material ListMaterials and Software
StatusActive
Roll Out TermFA23
Flexible Learning PathwayIllustration, Fine Arts, Flexible Elective - All Pathways
Microcredential ProgramN/A
Microcertificate ProgramN/A
National ID50.0410 Illustration
AR CodeCSVI
Unit Code285100
Unit NameVisual Arts
Position Code4518
Area of StudyVisual Arts
DisciplineIllustration
LevelIntermediate
Age19 years +
Skills BadgeN/A