ARTS 86
Graphic Design: Digital Illustration Techniques


Course Description

The course is an introduction to industry-standard software related to the creation and implementation of computer-generated illustrations. Emphasis is placed on verbal visual relationships and the integration of type and image in contemporary illustration. Topics will include illustration software options, concept and problem-solving, style and personal expression, branding illustration, charts/diagrams/graphs, and storytelling illustration. The primary software program presented is Adobe Illustrator.

Class Details

CRN Course Section Days Times Instructor Loc
27077 ARTS 86 01 Seats open Tuesday, Thursday 09:30 AM-10:45 AM Marco Marquez AT101
Tuesday, Thursday 11:00 AM-12:15 PM

Class Dates: This class runs from 2026-09-21 to 2026-12-11.
Class Syllabus: Download Syllabus
Footnote:
ARTS-086-01:Fully ON-CAMPUS. This class meets on-campus each week on scheduled days and times as noted in the class listing. Only offered in Fall Quarter.

Class Materials

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Course Details

Units
4 Units
Hours
  • Weekly Lecture Hours: 3
  • Weekly Lab Hours: 3
Program Status
Program Applicable
Credit
Credit - Degree Applicable
Grading Method
  • Letter Grade
  • Pass/No Pass

Requisite and Advisory

Prerequisite
ARTS 53
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