| Learning Outcomes |
At the end of this course, the students;
- Develop the ability to analyze and interpret advanced theoretical, historical, and critical knowledge related to the field of illustration within an interdisciplinary context.
- Gain competence in re-producing and developing different types and approaches of illustration within original conceptual frameworks.
- Acquire the skill to develop advanced, original, and research-based projects that integrate theoretical inquiry with visual production.
- Demonstrate proficiency in effectively managing and directing individual or collective production processes in academic and professional contexts.
- Develop competence in critically and reflexively evaluating illustration practices together with their cultural, social, and aesthetic contexts.
- Gain the ability to strategically manage time, process, and production planning in long-term and multi-stage projects.
- Acquire competence in creatively and experimentally using advanced digital technologies, software, and new media tools in illustration production.
- They gain the ability to effectively express and defend their work in the field of illustration in academic writing, presentations, and portfolio formats.
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| Course Contents |
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TOPICS |
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1st Week |
Framework of the Course and the Academic Position of Illustration Course objectives, scope, and expectations. The role of illustration in visual communication. Production differences between undergraduate and graduate levels. Defining research-based production. Required Reading: Barnard, M. ? Graphic Design as Communication, Chapters 1?2. Recommended Reading: Zeegen, L. ? The Fundamentals of Illustration, Introduction. |
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2nd Week |
Theoretical and Historical Readings of Illustration Historical transformation of illustration. Cultural, political, and ideological contexts. Theories of visual narrative and representation. The relationship between text and image. PROJECT 1 Introduction: Theoretical Interpretation Project (Research + Illustration). Required Reading: Heller, S. & Chwast, S. ? Illustration: A Visual History, selected chapters. Recommended Reading: Male, A. ? Illustration: A Theoretical and Contextual Perspective, Chapter 1. |
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3rd Week |
Project 1 Workshop: Conceptual Translation from Text to Visual Selection of academic texts or concepts. Conceptual mapping and ideation. Developing visual metaphors. Sketching and draft production. Required Reading: Hall, S. ? Representation: Cultural Representations and Signifying Practices, Chapter 1. Recommended Reading: Mitchell, W. J. T. ? Picture Theory, selected essays. |
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4th Week |
Project 1 Presentation and Critique Theoretical defense of visual production. Peer critique and group evaluation. Revision strategies and iterative design. Required Reading: Berger, J. ? Ways of Seeing, Chapters 1?3. Recommended Reading: Mirzoeff, N. ? An Introduction to Visual Culture, Chapter 2. |
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5th Week |
Project 2 Workshop: Relationship Between Technique and Narrative Generating meaning through technique. Developing style and expressive language. Discussion of individual orientations and artistic voice. Required Reading: Zeegen, L. ? The Fundamentals of Illustration, technical sections. Recommended Reading: Brazell, D. ? Creative Illustration, Chapters 3?4. |
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6th Week |
Project 2 Presentation and Critique Critical evaluation of technical choices. Process analysis and documentation. Consistency of the visual language. PROJECT 2 Submission. Required Reading: Arnheim, R. ? Art and Visual Perception, selected chapters. Recommended Reading: Munari, B. ? Design as Art. |
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7th Week |
Illustration Genres and Interdisciplinary Approaches Editorial, conceptual, experimental, and narrative illustration. The boundaries between art and design. Analysis through contemporary case studies. PROJECT 3 Introduction: Cross-genre / Interdisciplinary Illustration Project. Required Reading: Lester, P. M. ? Visual Communication: Images with Messages, Chapter 4. Recommended Reading: Artun, A. ? The Power of Art (Sanatın İktidarı), selected chapters. |
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8th Week |
Project 3 Workshop: Project-Based Visual Narrative Establishing project scenarios and storytelling. Multiple visual production and sequential art. Serial thinking and maintaining visual integrity. Required Reading: Male, A. ? Illustration: A Theoretical and Contextual Perspective, Chapter 4. Recommended Reading: Mirzoeff, N. ? An Introduction to Visual Culture, Chapter 5. |
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9th Week |
Project 3 Presentation and Critique Conceptual framework of the project and theoretical grounding. Evaluation of cross-genre transitions and narrative flexibility. Group discussion and critical analysis. PROJECT 3 Submission. Required Reading: Lupton, E. ? Graphic Design Thinking. Recommended Reading: Gray, C. & Malins, J. ? Visualizing Research, Chapter 2. |
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10th Week |
Collective Production and Collaboration in Visual Communication Dynamics of group work and collaborative creative processes. Establishing a shared visual language and stylistic cohesion. Production and time management in creative teams. PROJECT 4 Introduction: Group Project ? Collective Illustration Production. Required Reading: Sullivan, G. ? Art Practice as Research, Chapter 3. Recommended Reading: Artun, A. ? The Organization of Contemporary Art (Çağdaş Sanatın Örgütlenmesi), selected chapters. |
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11th Week |
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