Children's book illustration: all levels
Course
In London
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Location
London
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Different dates available
You will examine different approaches and styles of illustration, and through experimentation with a variety of media, will learn how to tackle the development of ideas and character. You will explore the relationship between illustration and text, familiarise yourself with research strategies, and begin to develop a personal visual language. Discussions will offer the perspective of current publishing demands and global markets.
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About this course
• understand the relationship between illustration and text
• explore and develop character, narrative, and research strategies
• generate ideas in response to a given brief
• use a range of relevant media
• understand something of the varying demands of publishers in relation to age range, gender and markets.
The course fee covers basic materials and equipment. It would be very useful for you to bring the following: an A3 sketchbook, a notebook, B and 2B pencils, an eraser and a sharpener or scalpel.
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If you would like to buy art materials for your personal use outside of the course, City Lit students receive 10% discount off everything* from Cass Art, the UK's leading art supplies retailer. Your tutor will advise you on what you should buy. You will need to show your enrolment receipt in-store to receive your discount
The course will combine demonstration, group discussion and critique, and individual tuition. You will be encouraged to contribute ideas and present your work. Homework will include research and image development.
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Subjects
- Illustration
- Media
Course programme
Over the course, you will have the opportunity to explore a variety of media, including digital, collage, pen and ink, paint, crayon, pencil, wax and chalk. You will learn basic publishing terminology, and how to research and develop ideas in response to a given brief. The workshops will cover character development, design and layout, relationship of illustration to text, and an understanding of target age ranges.
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Children's book illustration: all levels