| Introduction to Graphic Design |
501 (001) |
Riesling Dong |
Mon
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
October 07, 2024 - December 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
2389
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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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| Introduction to Illustration |
501 (001) |
Alex Perkins |
Tues
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
October 08, 2024 - December 10, 2024
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Description
Explore the illustration process as your instructor guides you from ideation to freehand sketching and ultimately creating a final illustration. Experiment with a variety of materials and styles, including traditional and digital illustration techniques. As you begin to craft your illustrative point of view throughout the course, you will also learn more about the landscape of contemporary illustration. This course will not focus on the development of observational drawing skills. All levels are welcome, even those with no prior drawing experience.
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Class Number
2397
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Credits
1
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Department
Adult Continuing Education
Subject
CS Illustration
Location
Sharp 1214
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| Introduction to Interior Design |
501 (001) |
Alaina Griffin |
Wed
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
October 02, 2024 - December 11, 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
2399
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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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| Art Survey at AIC: Impressionism and Post-Impress |
501 (001) |
Joseph Cunniff |
Fri
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
October 04, 2024 - December 13, 2024
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Description
Exploring the galleries of the Art Institute of Chicago museum, this course takes advantage of one of the largest and most significant collections of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist art, including works by Gauguin, Manet, Monet, Renoir, Seurat, Toulouse-Lautrec, and van Gogh, among others. Through lectures and discussions, students will develop the ability to look closely at, analyze, and discuss the works presented as they learn about the period in which it was created.
This course meets outside the gift shop at the benches, entering the museum from Michigan Avenue.
Art Survey at the AIC: Impressionism and Post-Impressionism fulfills the Art History requirement for the Drawing and Painting certificates.
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Class Number
2368
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Credits
1
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Department
Adult Continuing Education
Subject
CS Art History
Location
AIC Front Desk
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| Introduction to Graphic Design |
501 (002) |
Riesling Dong |
Sun
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
October 06, 2024 - December 15, 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
2390
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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
October 08, 2024 - December 10, 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
2400
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Credits
1
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Department
Adult Continuing Education
Subject
CS Interior Architecture
Location
Online
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| Art Survey at AIC: Ancient to PreModern |
501 (002) |
Joseph Cunniff |
Sat
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
October 05, 2024 - December 14, 2024
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Description
This course examines a selection of seminal works in the collection of the Art Institute of Chicago. Classes meet in the galleries and observe, discuss, and find connections between works in different points of history. Students learn how to analyze a work of art, as well as gain insights into the context of specific periods, the lives of the artists, and range of expression as a basis for further inquiry. This course, part of a three course series, begins with Ancient Greece and Rome and continues through the Middle Ages, the Renaissance and 17th and 18th century Romantic periods, ending with the late 19th century and the dawn of Impressionism. Such renowned artists as El Greco, Rembrandt, Rubens and Turner are included, as well as lesser-known artists.
This course meets outside the gift shop at the benches, entering the museum from Michigan Avenue.
Art Survey at the AIC: Ancient to PreModern fulfills the Art History requirement for the Drawing and Painting certificates.
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Class Number
2369
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Credits
1
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Department
Adult Continuing Education
Subject
CS Art History
Location
AIC Front Desk
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| Introduction to Interior Design |
501 (003) |
Richard Kasemsarn |
Sat
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
October 05, 2024 - December 14, 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
2401
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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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| Patternmaking and Construction: Below the Belt |
502 (001) |
Jasper Alan Drummond |
Wed
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
October 02, 2024 - December 11, 2024
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Description
Students in this course create, manipulate, and sew patterns that cover the lower half of the female form. Students learn to draft a basic skirt and pant to develop professional slopers, build waistbands, and pattern pockets and fly fronts. Prerequisite(s): Sewing Techniques: Fundamentals or equivalent experience.
Note: A sewing machine is required if taking this course online.
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Class Number
2383
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Credits
1
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Department
Adult Continuing Education
Subject
CS Fashion
Location
Sullivan Center 702
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| Digital Design: Adobe Photoshop |
503 (001) |
Anthony Hamilton |
Wed
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
October 02, 2024 - December 11, 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
2392
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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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| Introduction to Digital Photography |
503 (001) |
Lauren Koo |
Wed
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
October 02, 2024 - December 11, 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
2408
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Credits
1
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Department
Adult Continuing Education
Subject
CS Photography
Location
280 Building Rm 120
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| Digital Drawing: Objects + Space |
503 (001) |
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Mon
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
October 07, 2024 - December 09, 2024
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Description
Students will develop an understanding of software interfaces as they learn to translate 2D drawings into 3D models, working with digital drawing tools including Autodesk AutoCAD and SketchUp, and a rendering solution.
Students are responsible for their software when this course is offered online.
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Class Number
2374
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Credits
1
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Department
Adult Continuing Education
Subject
CS Design
Location
MacLean 917
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| Introduction to Drawing |
503 (001) |
Erik Brown |
Sun
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
October 06, 2024 - December 15, 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
2379
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Credits
1
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Department
Adult Continuing Education
Subject
CS Drawing
Location
280 Building Rm 124
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| Introduction to Drawing |
503 (002) |
H Schenck |
Tues
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
October 08, 2024 - December 10, 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
2380
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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
October 02, 2024 - December 11, 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
2375
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Credits
1
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Department
Adult Continuing Education
Subject
CS Design
Location
Sharp 402
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| Color Theory |
504 (002) |
Andrew Sterrett Conklin |
Tues
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
October 08, 2024 - December 10, 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
2376
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Credits
1
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Department
Adult Continuing Education
Subject
CS Design
Location
Online
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| Introduction to Frame Loom Weaving |
505 (001) |
Katie Vota |
Tues
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
October 08, 2024 - December 10, 2024
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Description
Learn to weave in this beginner's course, exploring traditional tapestry approaches such as interlocking, inlay, and shape-building alongside basket weave, twill, soumak, pile, rya, and twining techniques. Don¿t have a frame loom? No problem. Your instructor will walk you through building your own. Through faculty guided discussion and presentations, you¿ll also deepen your understanding of weaving's relevance in relation to material production, fine art, and craft. Presentations on contemporary handweavers supplement this studio experience. No experience is necessary.
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Class Number
2388
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Credits
1
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Department
Adult Continuing Education
Subject
CS Fiber and Material Studies
Location
Sharp 1217
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| Introduction to Typography |
507 (001) |
Riesling Dong |
Thurs
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
October 03, 2024 - December 12, 2024
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Description
This introduction to typography is recommended for those pursuing a career in art and design fields, and those interested in the history and development of analog and digital type. The course functions as a working lab with multiple projects guaranteed to build confidence and knowledge in typographic usage. Students learn about typographic history, type dos and don?ts, type terminology, setting copy and display text, using style sheets, type styles, and handwriting and illustrative calligraphy. Prerequisite(s): Introduction to Graphic Design or equivalent experience.
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Class Number
2394
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Credits
1
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Department
Adult Continuing Education
Subject
CS Graphic Design
Location
Online
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| Inspired by the Exhibition: Paula Modersohn-Becker |
507 (001) |
Susan Musich |
Thurs
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
November 07, 2024 - December 12, 2024
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Description
During her short life, Paula Modersohn-Becker (1876-1907) charted her path in a bold style that foreshadowed Expressionism. Today, she is a posthumous feminist icon, and her place in art history is being recognized. The course will consider her figurative work, self-portraits, landscapes, and still lives in the context of her biography and art history. Sessions will take place in the exhibition and the Art Institute's modern galleries.
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Class Number
2456
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Credits
1
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Department
Adult Continuing Education
Subject
CS Art History
Location
MacLean 818
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| Contemporary Watercolor |
508 (001) |
Kaylee Rae Wyant |
Sat
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
October 05, 2024 - December 14, 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
2403
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Credits
1
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Department
Adult Continuing Education
Subject
CS Painting
Location
Online
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