Illustration (with Foundation Year) - BA (Hons)

Wrexham University

The Illustration degree will help you develop both your illustrative style and flair for creative image-making. The course covers the practical, professional, and artistic sides of working as an illustrator with an individual artistic voice, equipping you for a successful career in the creative industries.**You will:*** Learn how to create compelling images, work to professional standards and understand how your work fits into the industry.* Be introduced to a broad range of creative skills, from the generation of ideas to their technical production through printmaking, bookbinding, 3D materials, life drawing, traditional and digital media, with an emphasis on drawing and the development of a unique personal style.* Be introduced to professional creative processes and be encouraged to expand your abilities through workshops and practical projects.* Learn how to interpret a brief, identify and solve problems, develop creative individuality and produce a professional portfolio.* Gain personal, professional and entrepreneurial skills including working as a freelance artist: from marketing and self-promotion to contracts, invoices and working with clients.* Be encouraged to work on live briefs and competitions.

School of the Creative Arts