Commercial Art & Illustration
Department:Visual and Performing Arts
School(s): Arts & Humanities
MCC Program Code: AD01CIP Code: 50.0402
NYSED Code (BRI): 22237
New, Transfer, or Re-admit students should contact Admissions at (585) 292-2200 or admissions@monroecc.edu.
Description
The Commercial Art and Illustration degree program prepares students for the diverse and evolving world of illustration. With a focus on both traditional and digital techniques, students will learn how to create compelling visuals for industries such as publishing, advertising, film, gaming, fashion, and digital media. The program emphasizes the development of skills in areas like concept art, digital illustration, storyboarding, 3D visualization, and motion graphics, reflecting the expanding role of illustration in today's multimedia-driven market. Students will gain proficiency in using modern tools, including tablet interfaces, 3D printing, and AI technologies, ensuring they are equipped to meet the demands of today’s creative landscape. Specializations may include book illustration, animation, editorial design, medical illustration, packaging, and environmental graphics.
Program Learning Outcomes
1.Illustrate a story by creating conceptually meaningful imagery.
2.Illustrate concepts using various forms of practical and/or digital mediums.
3.Construct a course portfolio showing both the ideation process and final solution(s).
4.Create illustrations exhibiting individualistic technique.
5.Analyze and critique illustrated works produced by self, peers, or professionals.
6.Discuss or describe the role of illustration in society or culture in both historic and contemporary contexts.
7.Solve defined and researched problems to address client needs.
8.Communicate effectively using visual, oral or written techniques.
Employment Potential
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Requirements for Program Entrance
Art courses and a portfolio recommended.
| Distribution Requirements | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| FIRST SEMESTER |  |
| ENG 101 College Composition OR ENG 200 Advanced Composition | 3 |
| MTH 150 - Survey of Mathematics OR HIGHER SUNY-MATH ELECTIVE OR PHL 102 Introduction to Logic | 3-4 |
| ART 104 Drawing I: Foundation | 3 |
| ART 118 Perspectives of Art History I: Ancient | 3 |
| AAD 125 Artificial Intelligence, Ethics and Art | 3 |
First Semester Total: | 15-16 |
| SECOND SEMESTER | |
| ART 115 Introduction to Illustration | 3 |
| ART 109 Two Dimensional Design: Foundation | 3 |
| ART 119 Perspectives of Art History II: Modern | 3 |
| ART 204 Drawing II | 3 |
| SUNY GENERAL EDUCATION - SOCIAL SCIENCES (SUNY-SOCS) ELECTIVE | 3 |
Second Semester Total: | 15 |
| THIRD SEMESTER | |
| ART 154 Drawing the Human Figure | 3 |
| ART 205 Commercial Illustration I | 3 |
| SPC 141 Interpersonal Speech Communication OR SPC 142 Public Speaking OR COM 235 Media Literacy | 3 |
| SUNY GENERAL EDUCATION - WORLD HISTORY AND GLOBAL AWARENESS (SUNY-WHGA) OR SUNY GENERAL EDUCATION WORLD LANGUAGES (SUNY-WLNG) ELECTIVE | 3-4 |
| AAD 101 Introduction to Animation OR AAD 105 Typography OR AAD 160 Graphic Illustration: Vector Drawing OR ART 108 Sketchbook: Processes and Materials ART 110 Comics and Sequential Art | 3 |
Third Semester Total: | 15-16 |
| FOURTH SEMESTER | |
| ART 206 Commercial Illustration II | 3 |
| ART 231 Art Seminar/Portfolio Development | 3 |
| ART 212 Visual Arts, Identity, and Civic Dialogue | 3 |
| SUNY GENERAL EDUCATION NATURAL SCIENCES (and Scientific Reasoning (SUNY-NSCI) ELECTIVE | 3-4 |
| OPEN ELECTIVE | 3 |
Fourth Semester Total: | 15-16 |
TOTAL CREDITS: | 60-63 |