| Introduction to Graphic Design |
501 (001) |
Mark Skillicorn |
Fri, Sat, Sun
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM, 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
May 31, 2024 - June 09, 2024
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Description
This course examines the fundamentals of two-dimensional design in the digital age. Students will explore principle elements of design including composition, color, and typography through a series of projects that introduce Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop as primary graphic design tools. The importance of effective visual communication in both commercial and experimental design is stressed as students gain an understanding of the professional design process from the client brief to the finished digital project. Students will leave this course with a solid foundation in strategies for solving design problems, a basic design vocabulary, and an understanding of the specific role that Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop play in creating professional work. Before starting this course, students should be comfortable creating, deleting, renaming, and moving files and directories without assistance.
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Class Number
1090
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Credits
1
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Department
Adult Continuing Education
Subject
CS Graphic Design
Location
Sharp 1108, Sharp 1108, Sharp 1108
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| Introduction to Interior Design |
501 (001) |
Richard Kasemsarn |
Wed
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
May 29, 2024 - August 07, 2024
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Description
This course introduces the skills and insights needed to be a successful interior designer and examines why some designs are more successful than others. More than a style-selection course, you will learn what is required to design and build an interior space, gain a general knowledge of how interior designers work, and examine what it takes to move creative designs from idea to reality. Included is a survey of important and innovative designs happening today.
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Class Number
1066
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Credits
1
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Department
Adult Continuing Education
Subject
CS Interior Architecture
Location
Sullivan Center 1241
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| Introduction to Graphic Design |
501 (002) |
Kimberly Karen Viviano |
Sun
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
June 02, 2024 - August 04, 2024
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Description
This course examines the fundamentals of two-dimensional design in the digital age. Students will explore principle elements of design including composition, color, and typography through a series of projects that introduce Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop as primary graphic design tools. The importance of effective visual communication in both commercial and experimental design is stressed as students gain an understanding of the professional design process from the client brief to the finished digital project. Students will leave this course with a solid foundation in strategies for solving design problems, a basic design vocabulary, and an understanding of the specific role that Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop play in creating professional work. Before starting this course, students should be comfortable creating, deleting, renaming, and moving files and directories without assistance.
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Class Number
1062
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Credits
1
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Department
Adult Continuing Education
Subject
CS Graphic Design
Location
Online
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| Introduction to Interior Design |
501 (002) |
Richard Kasemsarn |
Tues
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
May 28, 2024 - July 30, 2024
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Description
This course introduces the skills and insights needed to be a successful interior designer and examines why some designs are more successful than others. More than a style-selection course, you will learn what is required to design and build an interior space, gain a general knowledge of how interior designers work, and examine what it takes to move creative designs from idea to reality. Included is a survey of important and innovative designs happening today.
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Class Number
1065
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Credits
1
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Department
Adult Continuing Education
Subject
CS Interior Architecture
Location
Online
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| Highlights of the AIC: Portraits |
502 (001) |
Susan Musich |
Thurs
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
May 30, 2024 - August 08, 2024
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Description
Examine how portraits reflect society, culture, and individual identity as you explore works from across periods, styles, and mediums in the collection of the Art Institute of Chicago museum. Uncover intricate narratives as you analyze subtle visual cues, symbols, and compositional elements to decode what they reveal about the subject and artist.
This course fulfills the Art History requirement for the Drawing and Painting certificates.
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Class Number
1092
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Credits
1
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Department
Adult Continuing Education
Subject
CS Art History
Location
MacLean 608
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| Digital Design: Adobe Illustrator |
502 (001) |
Anthony Hamilton |
Mon/Wed
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
May 29, 2024 - July 03, 2024
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Description
Want to use Adobe Illustrator to create sophisticated and complex designs and illustrations while you hone your skills? Learn the basics of the program before moving on to master transparency, feathering, masking, compound paths, gradients, layering techniques, and the specifics of the pen tool. This course will feature dynamic class demonstrations, and group critiques, as well as personalized feedback from your instructor on each assignment and throughout the creative process. Students should have basic computer skills before signing up for this course.
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Class Number
1079
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Credits
1
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Department
Adult Continuing Education
Subject
CS Graphic Design
Location
MacLean 819
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| Digital Design: Adobe Photoshop |
503 (001) |
Ryan Russell Swanson |
Mon/Wed
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
July 08, 2024 - August 07, 2024
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Description
Learn the skills you need to manipulate and enhance photographs and digital images. Explore the principal elements of design including composition, color, and typography, as you develop strategies for solving design problems, a design vocabulary, and an understanding of the key role Photoshop can play in creating professional work. Students should have basic computer skills before signing up for this course.
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Class Number
1087
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Credits
1
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Department
Adult Continuing Education
Subject
CS Graphic Design
Location
MacLean 908
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| Introduction to Drawing |
503 (001) |
Erik Brown |
Sun
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
June 02, 2024 - August 04, 2024
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Description
This course emphasizes the development of observational drawing skills and hand-eye coordination. The learning sequence progresses from simple forms and skill levels toward more complex compositions. Basic drawing elements such as line, proportion, perspective, composition, texture, and the study of light and shade are investigated through various perceptual and conceptual approaches. Open to beginning students as well as those who want to refresh their skills before moving on to more advanced studio courses.
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Class Number
1057
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Credits
1
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Department
Adult Continuing Education
Subject
CS Drawing
Location
280 Building Rm 315
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| Frame Loom Weaving |
503 (001) |
Katie Vota |
Mon
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
June 03, 2024 - August 05, 2024
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Description
Examine the many possibilities of creating woven forms using a simple frame loom. Students begin by experimenting with the basic techniques of tapestry and plain weave as they explore ways of creating surface, image, texture, and various color effects within a woven form. Contemporary weaving projects, along with historical references, will be presented through discussions, visual presentations, demonstrations, and readings. This course is open to all levels.
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Class Number
1060
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Credits
1
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Department
Adult Continuing Education
Subject
CS Fiber and Material Studies
Location
Sharp 1215
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| Introduction to Digital Photography |
503 (001) |
Lauren Koo |
Mon/Wed
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
May 29, 2024 - July 03, 2024
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Description
This course focuses on the foundations of photography and the various ways to use a digital camera. Students examine how to choose and shoot subjects that are both personally meaningful in content and contemporary in context. Instruction includes capturing and printing images in both black and white and color, and investigating digital photo editing. Discussions on the history of photography and individual and group critiques are included. Students must supply their own digital SLR (single-lens reflex) or mirrorless camera with manual functions; no point and shoot cameras.
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Class Number
1082
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Credits
1
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Department
Adult Continuing Education
Subject
CS Photography
Location
280 Building Rm 106
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| Introduction to Drawing |
503 (002) |
H Schenck |
Mon/Wed
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
July 08, 2024 - August 07, 2024
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Description
This course emphasizes the development of observational drawing skills and hand-eye coordination. The learning sequence progresses from simple forms and skill levels toward more complex compositions. Basic drawing elements such as line, proportion, perspective, composition, texture, and the study of light and shade are investigated through various perceptual and conceptual approaches. Open to beginning students as well as those who want to refresh their skills before moving on to more advanced studio courses.
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Class Number
1085
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Credits
1
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Department
Adult Continuing Education
Subject
CS Drawing
Location
280 Building Rm 315
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| Color Theory |
504 (001) |
Rhonda Castillo |
Wed
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
May 29, 2024 - August 07, 2024
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Description
Gain a competitive edge as a designer, artist, or maker by advancing your understanding of color theory. Learn about the variety of ways that color is considered and used as a design element. Working with current color theory principles and models, develop color plans and concepts in relationship to individual and group projects. This research is compiled in sketchbook/notebook format and is used as reference for independent projects. Studies and hands-on studio work reveal the multiple ways that color can transform concepts with cohesive and expressive results.
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Class Number
1055
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Credits
1
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Department
Adult Continuing Education
Subject
CS Design
Location
Sharp 402
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| Digital Design: Adobe InDesign |
504 (001) |
Jenny Halpern |
Tues
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
May 28, 2024 - July 30, 2024
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Description
Learn the skills you need to format layout projects in InDesign. Explore the principal elements of the software including paragraph and character styles, object styles, layers, and master pages, as well as how to import graphics. Develop strategies for solving design problems, a design vocabulary, and an understanding of the key role InDesign can play in creating professional work. Students should have basic computer skills before signing up for this course, experience with Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Photoshop is recommended.
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Class Number
1061
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Credits
1
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Department
Adult Continuing Education
Subject
CS Graphic Design
Location
Sharp 1108
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| Color Theory |
504 (002) |
Andrew Sterrett Conklin |
Mon/Wed
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
July 08, 2024 - August 07, 2024
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Description
Gain a competitive edge as a designer, artist, or maker by advancing your understanding of color theory. Learn about the variety of ways that color is considered and used as a design element. Working with current color theory principles and models, develop color plans and concepts in relationship to individual and group projects. This research is compiled in sketchbook/notebook format and is used as reference for independent projects. Studies and hands-on studio work reveal the multiple ways that color can transform concepts with cohesive and expressive results.
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Class Number
1084
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Credits
1
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Department
Adult Continuing Education
Subject
CS Design
Location
Online
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| Plein Air Painting |
505 (001) |
Michelle Kogan |
Sun
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
June 02, 2024 - August 04, 2024
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Description
Learn to observe color and capture changing light along the city¿s lakefront and in its parks. Intended for those with no outdoor painting experience, this course will cover the basics of equipment, materials, subject selection, and techniques for painting outdoors in acrylics, oils or watercolor. Observe and apply color to render forms in natural light settings working with a variety of subjects¿landscape, cityscape, figure in landscape, portraiture, and still life. Students will be required to provide their own supplies, including a collapsible easel, which will be discussed in the first class meeting. Basic drawing experience is helpful.
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Class Number
1068
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Credits
1
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Department
Adult Continuing Education
Subject
CS Painting
Location
280 Building Rm 120
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| From Drawing to Painting |
505 (001) |
Shonna Pryor |
Wed
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
May 29, 2024 - August 07, 2024
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Description
This course is for students that have a background in drawing, but little to no painting experience. Drawings serve as the foundation for acquiring new painting skills, and students are encouraged to develop their own ideas and goals with instructor guidance. Skills such as line, volume, space, materiality, form and function, and palette are explored through both drawing and painting. A variety of traditional and contemporary materials are used, and may include graphite, charcoal, pastels, water-based paints, mixed media, and/or collage. Trips to the Art Institute of Chicago museum and discussions of practicing artists will supplement the studio experience and encourage inspiration and development of concepts in student artworks. By the end of the course, students will have a greater knowledge of material options and acquire the ability to transition from drawing to painting. Prerequisite(s): Introduction to Drawing or equivalent experience.
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Class Number
1069
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Credits
1
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Department
Adult Continuing Education
Subject
CS Painting and Drawing
Location
280 Building Rm 321
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| Little Industry of Ghosts: Exploring Poetic Form |
505 (001) |
Emilie Jane Yardley-Hodges |
Thurs
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
May 30, 2024 - August 08, 2024
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Description
Part seminar and part workshop, this course will introduce students to both the fundamentals and possibilities of the poetic form. Through close study of the works and lives of three masters of poetic craft¿Lucie Brock-Broido, Louise Glück, and Marie Howe¿students will engage in lively discussions, practical experimentation, and in-class critiques, building the skills necessary to developing their own poetic voices. No prior poetry experience is required¿all skill levels are welcome.
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Class Number
1070
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Credits
1
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Department
Adult Continuing Education
Subject
CS Writing
Location
Sharp 328
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| Inspired by the Exhibition: Georgia O'Keeffe |
507 (001) |
Susan Musich |
Sat
2:00 PM - 4:30 PM
June 08, 2024 - June 29, 2024
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Description
Inspired by the exhibition Georgia O'Keeffe: 'My New Yorks,' this course will explore the artists' urban-themed paintings, drawings, and pastels. Gain insight into O'Keeffe's unique approach to capturing the city, experimenting with scale, subject matter, form, and perspective. This course will also address works by other artists depicting cityscapes in the Art Institute of Chicago's collection.
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Class Number
1093
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Credits
1
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Department
Adult Continuing Education
Subject
CS Art History
Location
MacLean 608
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| Design Matters |
508 (001) |
Richard Kasemsarn |
Thurs
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
May 30, 2024 - August 08, 2024
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Description
How do we form an opinion about what we see around us? How do we make decisions that are relevant in the design world? In this course, students discuss, analyze, and discover the principles of design through a comprehensive exploration of successful projects envisioned by artists, architects, theorists, and authors. This course examines problem solving through the principles of design for a variety of project types, and will include lectures, readings, and individual assignments. Class discussions will explore new aesthetic trends and examine how ideas have evolved to address new issues.
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Class Number
1056
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Credits
1
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Department
Adult Continuing Education
Subject
CS Design
Location
Sharp 314
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| Contemporary Watercolor |
508 (001) |
Helen Oh-Conklin |
Sat
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
July 13, 2024 - August 10, 2024
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Description
Students explore traditional and contemporary approaches to the watercolor medium, including gouache. A variety of techniques, papers and alternative painting surfaces, as well as mixed media processes are introduced. Intended for students with basic drawing skills as well as those with previous painting experience, the course is structured to encourage experimentation with scale, subject matter and formats. Critiques and discussions will support and encourage each student's personal direction.
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Class Number
1088
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Credits
1
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Department
Adult Continuing Education
Subject
CS Painting
Location
Sharp 328
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