Diploma In Illustration

Illustrators as visual storytellers are sought after in a variety of industries, from commercials and publications to entertainment designs in animation, video games, and films. This programme prepares aspiring illustrators by bringing out the truest artists in them through hands-on experience and master classes by industry professionals.

Through sharing sessions by prominent illustrators, concept artists, and game and film producers, students will be exposed to contemporary industry practices that help them expand their own level of critical thinking, deepen their comprehension of this field, and produce substantial portfolios.

Fundamentals of Design and Drawing

Illustration is about creating impressive imagery and visuals that capture audiences’ imaginations. Here, students will learn the foundations of drawing and producing illustrations.

Subjects focusing on drawing, perspective studies, visual communication, and more are vital in making sure that students’ skills in producing images are honed. This will prepare them as they move into the technicalities of illustration.

Understanding the Technicalities

As students delve deeper, they will undertake more specialised subjects aiming to sharpen their skills, such as light and mood studies, production sketching, and figure anatomy.

They will be exposed to both traditional and digital media. Training in pencil, gouache, and watercolour will further strengthen students’ image-making skills and artistic foundation, while proficiency in digital software such as Adobe Photoshop and Blender will ensure students are familiar with the current industry workflow. This exploration of media will allow students to produce excellent artwork with more versatility.

Collaborative Projects and Portfolio

To prepare students for their future careers in the illustration industry, they will learn subjects that improve teamwork, leadership, and critical thinking, such as community service and collaborative projects.

Students will have the opportunity to create pre-production designs for animated short films in collaboration with Digital Animation major students for their final project. Additionally, subjects that mirror industry practices, such as cinematic storytelling and concept design, help students express their creativity and ideas to generate a portfolio that is up to the industry’s standard. A professional-standard portfolio will give them the best advantage when beginning their careers in the illustration field.

Course Modules

• Drawing

• Figure Studies

• Design Fundamentals

• Visual Communication

• Perspective Studies

• Watercolor Rendering Workshop

• Light and Mood Studies

• Introduction to Digital Photography

• Production Sketching

• Illustration

• Visual Development

• Story Development

• Concept Design

• Digital Matte Painting

• Cinematic Storyboarding

• Collaborative Project

Media

• Pencil

• Gouache

• Watercolour

• Digital

Software

• Adobe Photoshop

• Adobe Illustrator

• Adobe Premiere

• Google SketchUp

• Blender

• ZBrush

Business Courses

• Business and Marketing

Contextual Courses

• History of Art and Design

• Language and Communication Skills

• Survey of S.E.A Art and Culture

Personal Development

• Seminars and Workshops

• Graduation Campaign