Capture a child’s imagination with original artwork while learning the tricks of the illustration trade. Course descriptionExplore a wide range of children’s book illustrations, from traditional to contemporary. Learn what makes a children’s book unique and how to effectively communicate with artwork, from the sketch phase to the final illustrations. Weekly homework assignments are given. / Students will have access to Adobe Creative Cloud software throughout the course. Open to students ages 18 and above. Review complete policies, including class cancellation policies, before completing your registration.Class meeting detailsThis online course is synchronous, meaning students meet online together. These meetings are conducted via Google Meet and include lectures, class discussions, work time, critiques, and time to ask questions and share resources.PrerequisitesPrevious drawing and painting experience is helpful, but not required. Previous experience with Adobe Photoshop is helpful, but not required.Required materialsSupplies for first class Pen or pencil notebook or sketchbook color media of choice with a selection of drawing tools Supplies will be discussed during the first class meeting.SoftwareAdobe Creative Cloud (provided by MCAD). HardwareA computer capable of running Adobe Creative Cloud software, with internet access, a camera, and a microphone for class meetings and to capture and upload work. Optional: a scanner.Class resourcesThis class uses Adobe Creative Cloud and Canvas, MCAD’s learning management software. Please see the link for more information. Class savings Register on or before January 20 and save $25.Register for more than one class at a time and receive $25 off each additional class (same-day registrations only).Additional savings. Are you eligible? Questions? Contact MCAD Continuing Education at continuing_education@mcad.edu or call 612.874.3765. Register Title Non-credit Tuition $396.00 Not Yet Open for Registration Registration opens January 6. Date: Mon, Feb 10, 2025 - Mon, Mar 31, 2025 Time: 6:00–8:00 p.m. CST Day(s) of the week: Monday Ages: Open to students ages 18 and above. Term: Spring 2025 Instructor: Carrie Hartman Location: Online SKU: VC 9140 20 SP25 Prerequisites: Previous drawing and painting experience helpful, but not required. Previous experience with Adobe Photoshop is helpful, but not required.