Illustration
Adult Education

Illustration

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Illustration

The Illustration course is ideal for anyone interested in developing their creativity and drawing skills. We cover many aspects of illustration, such as character design and picture books. If students have some basic drawing and painting experience, that’s great, but it’s not essential!

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About the course

Our Illustration course equips aspiring illustrators with key techniques in facial expressions, anatomy, animal illustration, tone, shading, and character development. Emphasising narrative composition in comics and picture books, students will design characters and craft engaging visual narratives, enhancing their creativity and illustration skills.

The course covers a variety of topics essential for aspiring illustrators. Starting with processes and techniques used in illustration, it delves into the art of drawing facial expressions and mastering basic anatomy for drawing.

Participants also learn how to bring animals to life on paper, explore the nuances of tone and shading, and delve into the intricacies of creating and developing characters. The course further expands into narrative illustration, focusing on comics and picture books, providing a holistic view of storytelling through art. 

Students will design their own characters, acquire essential illustration techniques, and learn methods for creating compelling visual narratives for their characters. Additionally, they will have gained valuable tools and techniques to enhance their drawings and develop impactful and engaging characters for their illustrations.

More information about Adult Education courses

To book a course, you will need to register online by clicking on the day you would like to attend. Please see the course information below the heading ‘Enrol now for the available days’.

If no days are available

If there are no places available, you can register your interest and we will notify you once the course is live in a future term.

Payment

Payment is made in full at the time of booking.

If you are booking a Level 3 or 4 Counselling course, you will be able to pay for this using a Direct Debit, which you will set up before the course starts in September. Please check the relevant course pages for details.

Booking on behalf of someone else

Please register using the student’s correct details including medical conditions, learning support needs and disabilities.

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