ART 313 Multicultural History of the Illustrated Image

5 credits

This course focuses on the historical and cultural development of the illustrated image across diverse cultures. The traditional uses, dissemination, and impact of illustrations across the globe will be explored.

Prerequisites: Admission to the BAS Applied Art - Illustration program

Course Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:

Summarize historical advancements in illustration and commercial art
Assess the balance/imbalance in historical client and customer relationships with illustration
Examine stylistic, cultural, and technical variables for how illustration is conducted across the globe
Contrast narrowcasted personal illustrations versus broader broadcast campaigns
Develop a historical and sociocultural perspective of illustration informed by contemporary media environment and sensibilities

Total Hours: 50 Theory (Lecture) Hours: 50