ADULT CONTINUING EDUCATION SPRING 2024
FLEXIBLE SCHEDULING, OPEN TO STUDENTS AT ALL LEVELS
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EVENING AND WEEKEND COURSES FOR EVERYONE. OFFERED IN PERSON AND ONLINE. The School of the Art Institute of Chicago invites you to be part of our diverse community of artists, designers, and scholars by enrolling in an Adult Continuing Education (ACE) noncredit course (or two), or one of our exciting certificate programs. As a member of our community, one defined by practice and inquiry, you will cultivate creative confidence, learning with and from your instructors and peers as you produce work based on your personal research, goals, and interests.
“[Michael] Barlow was amazing! You can tell that he is very experienced working with all kinds of students at all levels. He always is patient, encouraging and dedicated. These are essential traits for inspiring growth in his students, and I see myself and my classmates all pushing ourselves.” —ACE student, Drawing Studio: Multi-level
Our outstanding faculty are experts in their respective fields and experienced educators committed to creating opportunities for students to explore concept development while engaging with new materials and techniques.
SCHEDULING OPTIONS TO MEET YOUR NEEDS This spring you can take courses in-person at our campus in Chicago’s Loop or enjoy the flexibility and convenience of learning online from wherever you are. “Joe [Cunniff] has Students from around the world and right here in incredible knowledge Chicago are joining us for online courses taught by our of the subject, including acclaimed faculty. The majority of our online classes international travel and meet in real time through dynamic video conference study at museums/ sessions, which include demonstrations and historical places pertinent lectures, group discussions and critiques to the artists. Furthermore, with peers, and one-on-one time with our it is apparent that he is exceptional instructors. passionate about the subject, which made the In-person courses take place on SAIC’s class particularly intriguing.” campus, giving you access to a vast array of —ACE student, Art Survey at creative resources, as well as face-to-face the Art Institute of Chicago learning experiences with faculty members and fellow students. 2 | saic.edu/ace
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Adult Continuing Education (ACE)
Adult Continuing Education (ACE)
For complete course details, including description and instructor, visit continuingstudies.saic.edu. Questions? Email cs@saic.edu or call 312.629.6170.
For complete course details visit continuingstudies.saic.edu. Questions? Email cs@saic.edu or call 312.629.6170.
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Key:
Spring 2024 Courses = In-Person,
= Online,
Course Descriptions
= Hybrid
10-WEEK SESSION: FEBRUARY 3 TO APRIL 21, 2024; no class on March 30-31 (Easter) ARCHITECTURE Introduction to Architecture #2389
FIBER AND MATERIAL STUDIES T 6-9
ART HISTORY Art Survey at the AIC: American Art #2391 Art Survey at the AIC: Ancient to PreModern #2390 Special Collections at the AIC and SAIC: Intro to Art Editions NEW #2393 Who Pays for All of This?: Art Collecting and Patronage for the Past, Present, and Future NEW #2392
SA 2-4 F 12-2 TH 6-9 SA 11-2
ILLUSTRATION
SA 1-4
INTERIOR ARCHITECTURE
DRAWING Artist and the Sketchbook #2405 Comics and Graphic Novels #2403 Drawing Studio: Multi-level #2401 Introduction to Drawing #2400 Portrait Drawing #2402
SA 9-12 W 6-9 M 6-9 SU 10-1 W 6-9
FASHION Fashion Illustration #2406 Fashion Medium: Embroidery, Embellishments, and Sewn Elements #2409 Patternmaking and Construction: Above the Waist #2407 Sewing Techniques: Below the Belt #2410 Sewing Techniques: Fundamentals #2408
Creating Visual Language: Designing Symbols, Icons, Logos, and Infographics NEW #2419 TH 6-9 Digital Design: Adobe Illustrator #2414 SA 9-12 Digital Design: Adobe Illustrator #2418 asynchronous Digital Design: Adobe InDesign #2416 T 6-9 Digital Design: Adobe Photoshop #2415 M 6-9 Introduction to Graphic Design #2412 M 6-9 Introduction to Graphic Design #2413 M 6-9 Introduction to Typography #2417 SA 1-4
W 6-9 TH 6-9 T 6-9
DIGITAL Adobe After Effects: Type and Image #2399
T 6-9
GRAPHIC DESIGN
DESIGN Color Theory #2394 Design Matters #2395 Digital Drawing: Interior Design #2396
Introduction to Frame Loom Weaving #2411
T 6-9
Children’s Book Illustration #2420 Comics and Graphic Novels #2404 Interior Design Studio: Kitchens and Baths #2423 Introduction to Interior Design #2421 Introduction to Interior Design #2422
T 6-9 W 6-9
W 6-9 TH 6-9 T 6-9
PAINTING Introduction to Oil Painting #2428 Narratives in Acrylic Painting #2426 Painting Studio: Multi-level #2425 Painting: Color and Light #2427
SU 2-5 T 6-9 W 6-9 W 6-9
PHOTOGRAPHY M 6-9 T 6-9 TH 6-9 W 6-9
Introduction to Digital Photography #2429
W 6-9
WRITING The Art of Creative Writing: Short Forms of Fiction and Poetry #2431
TH 6-9
5-WEEK SESSION: MARCH 11 TO APRIL 8, 2024 DESIGN SketchUp for Interiors #2397 INTERIOR ARCHITECTURE SketchUp for Interiors #2398
M 6-9 M 6-9
SATURDAY WORKSHOP: APRIL 6, 2024 INTERDISCIPLINARY Portfolio Preparation #2424
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= Online,
= Hybrid
ARCHITECTURE
Introduction to Architecture #2389 T 6-9, 2/6-4/16, no class on 2/13 Develop an understanding of architectural design and explore historical and contemporary architecture, freehand drawing, and representation.
ART HISTORY
Art Survey at the AIC: American Art #2391 SA 2-4, 2/3-4/20, no class on 3/16 and 3/30 Investigate American art from the Prairie School, Tiffany, the Aesthetic movement, and American Impressionists, among others. Examine Luminist landscapes and the work of modern and contemporary American artists, including but not limited to: Ivan Albright, Edward Hopper, Barbara Kruger, Georgia O’Keeffe, Cindy Sherman, Andy Warhol, and Grant Wood. Develop the ability to look closely at, analyze, and discuss the works presented as you learn about the history, literature, music, and theater of the period in which it was created. Art Survey at the AIC: Ancient to PreModern #2390 F 12-2, 2/9-4/12, no class on 3/15 Learn how to analyze a work of art, as well as gain insights into the context of specific periods, the lives of the artists, and range of expression as a basis for further inquiry. Part of a three-course series, this class meets in galleries and observes, discusses, and finds connections between works in different points of history.
M 6-9
PRINTMEDIA Expanded Printmaking #2430
= In-Person,
SA 10-4
Special Collections at the AIC and SAIC: an Introduction to Art Editions NEW #2393 TH 6-9, 2/8-4/18, no class on 3/14 Throughout history, artists have created works with the intention of reproducing them in limited quantities. These editioned artworks are crafted in a variety of media—prints, photographs, video, and artists’ books. This hybrid course will take advantage of collections generally not available to the public to study editions of these different art forms. Visit continuingstudies.saic.edu for a sample schedule.
Who Pays for All of This?: Art Collecting and Patronage for the Past, Present, and Future NEW #2392 SA 11-2, 2/3-4/20, no class on 3/16 and 3/30 Making use of the Art Institute of Chicago’s collections and Chicago’s vibrant art community, this course explores the roots of art collecting and patronage, as well as investigating larger issues within collecting, including its ethical implications, repatriation, finance, psychology, and the personal perspectives of artists, curators, dealers, and collectors. Course activities will include lectures, discussions, and visits to museums, galleries, collections, studios, and EXPO Chicago.
DESIGN
Color Theory #2394 W 6-9, 2/7-4/10 Learn the variety of ways that color is used as a design element by working with current color theory principles and models to develop color plans and concepts. Design Matters #2395 TH 6-9, 2/8-4/18, no class on 3/14 Discuss and analyze the principles of design through a survey of successful projects envisioned by artists, architects, theorists, and authors. Engage in lectures, readings, and discussions to discover a variety of approaches to problem-solving. Digital Drawing: Interior Design #2396 T 6-9, 2/6-4/9 Learn how to use 3D modeling software to bring your ideas into the digital space for potential clients and colleagues. Create a workflow for your interior design projects that includes space planning, furniture modeling, and applying materials for viewing and rendering using Autodesk AutoCAD, SketchUp, and SU Podium. SketchUp for Interiors #2397 M 6-9, 3/11-4/8 Learn how to model and modify rooms, furniture, cabinets, and other elements in this introduction to SketchUp, a 3D modeling and visualization tool, for interior design.
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Adult Continuing Education (ACE) Course Descriptions (cont’d.) For complete course details visit continuingstudies.saic.edu. Questions? Email cs@saic.edu or call 312.629.6170. Key:
= In-Person,
= Online,
= Hybrid
DIGITAL
Adobe After Effects: Type and Image #2399 SA 1-4, 2/3-4/20, no class on 3/16 and 3/30 Explore the principles and elements of motion applied to text and image using Adobe After Effects, Illustrator, and Photoshop as you learn to design with time and develop basic character animation skills.
DRAWING
Artist and the Sketchbook #2405 SA 9-12, 2/3-4/20, no class on 3/16 and 3/30 Investigate the personal nature of artists’ sketchbooks, develop drawings, collages, paintings and notes to generate new ideas, and even build your own handmade sketchbook. Comics and Graphic Novels #2403 W 6-9, 2/7-4/10 Develop your drawing skills by experimenting with line and technique, and gain the tools necessary to create and think critically about time-based sequential work. Drawing Studio: Multi-level #2401 M 6-9, 2/5-4/8 Investigate new subjects and themes while developing technical and conceptual skills through experimentation with a variety of methods and materials. Creative exploration will include exercises addressing scale, mixed-media processes, drawing formats, and series. Introduction to Drawing #2400 SU 10-1, 2/4-4/21, no class on 3/17 and 3/31 Learn to draw in this beginner’s course designed to help you build foundational skills and understanding of line, perspective, composition, texture, light, and more. Portrait Drawing #2402 W 6-9, 2/7-4/10 Working from a live model, you will focus on the proportional relationships of the human head and face to achieve naturalistic resemblance in your drawings. Work in black and white and color as you explore the use of line, shape, light, and shadow to achieve believable volumetric form.
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FASHION
Fashion Illustration #2406 T 6-9, 2/6-4/9 Learn the skills needed to create evocative fashion illustrations. Gain inspiration from influential fashion illustrators as you explore fabric texture and draping, along with drawing principles including body proportions, movement, perspective, exaggeration, and stylization. Fashion Medium: Embroidery, Embellishments, and Sewn Elements #2409 M 6-9, 2/5-4/8 Learn a variety of traditional and experimental techniques for fabric embellishment and manipulation such as embroidery, cording, applique, trapunto, pleating, tucking, smocking, gathering, darting, and ribbon work as you create a sample book of foundation techniques and experiments, and produce your own final project. Patternmaking and Construction: Above the Waist #2407 T 6-9, 2/6-4/9 Learn industry-standard techniques to sew a button-down shirt and a lined, zippered shell. You will leave with the ability to transfer your skills to commercial patterns or your own designs. Sewing Techniques: Below the Belt #2410 TH 6-9, 2/8-4/18, no class on 3/14 Instruction will focus on developing skills to draft a basic skirt and pant and develop professional slopers, waistbands, pattern pockets, and fly fronts. Sewing Techniques: Fundamentals #2408 W 6-9, 2/7-4/10 Learn how to sew with industry standards in mind in this beginner’s class. Create a personal library of seam samples and then apply fundamental techniques in two foundational projects.
FIBER AND MATERIAL STUDIES
Introduction to Frame Loom Weaving #2411 T 6-9, 2/6-4/9 Learn introductory techniques such as tapestry and plain weave to create surface, image, texture, and various color effects within a woven form on a frame loom.
GRAPHIC DESIGN
Creating Visual Language: Designing Symbols, Icons, Logos, and Infographics NEW #2419 TH 6-9, 2/8-4/18, no class on 3/14 Immerse yourself in the dynamic world of shapes, symbols, and icons, tracing their evolution through history. Investigate brand identity, the art of crafting logos, and how to harness the psychology of color to evoke emotions and convey messages. You’ll also gain the skills to create compelling infographics and understand practical applications of Adobe Illustrator and stock images. No previous design experience is needed. Digital Design: Adobe Illustrator #2414 SA 9-12, 2/3-4/20, no class on 3/16 and 3/30 #2418 asynchronous, 2/5-4/12 Learn Adobe Illustrator skills to create sophisticated designs and illustrations, beginning with a review of important functions and tools, demonstrations, and class projects. Digital Design: Adobe InDesign #2416 T 6-9, 2/6-4/9 Learn how to use Adobe InDesign to create paragraph and character styles, object styles, layers, master pages, and import graphics as you investigate many aspects of digital publishing. Digital Design: Adobe Photoshop #2415 M 6-9, 2/5-4/8 Explore techniques to create imagery and designs of a more advanced nature using Adobe Photoshop. Discover the far-ranging use of this software for print, web, and mobile devices. Introduction to Graphic Design #2412 M 6-9, 2/5-4/8 #2413 M 6-9, 2/5-4/8 Investigate principles of design such as composition, color, and typography through a series of projects that introduce Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
Introduction to Typography #2417 SA 1-4, 2/3-4/20, no class on 3/16 and 3/30 Learn typographic history, type do’s and don’ts, type terminology, setting copy and display text, using style sheets, type styles, and handwriting and illustrative calligraphy in this working lab.
ILLUSTRATION
Children’s Book Illustration #2420 T 6-9, 2/6-4/9 This course is designed to introduce students to the illustration process, from ideation and freehand sketching to the development of a finished product. Comics and Graphic Novels #2404 W 6-9, 2/7-4/10 Develop your drawing skills by experimenting with line and technique, and gain the tools necessary to create and think critically about time-based sequential work.
INTERIOR ARCHITECTURE
Interior Design Studio: Kitchens and Baths #2423 W 6-9, 2/7-4/10 Designed for intermediate and advanced students with a desire to explore concept development and production skills tied to a specific area of interest or theme, this course will help you to refine the skills necessary to find unique design solutions. Introduction to Interior Design #2421 TH 6-9, 2/8-4/18, no class on 3/14 #2422 T 6-9, 2/6-4/9 Learn the essentials to design, build an interior space, and examine what it takes to move creative designs from idea to reality. SketchUp for Interiors #2398 M 6-9, 3/11-4/8 Learn how to model and modify rooms, furniture, cabinets, and other elements in this introduction to SketchUp, a 3D modeling and visualization tool, for interior design.
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Adult Continuing Education (ACE) Course Descriptions (cont’d.) For complete course details visit continuingstudies.saic.edu. Questions? Email cs@saic.edu or call 312.629.6170. Key:
= In-Person,
= Online,
= Hybrid
INTERDISCIPLINARY
Portfolio Preparation #2424 SA 10-4, 4/6 Open to students of all disciplines, this course will help you craft a digital portfolio that combines imagery, composition, text, and narrative to most successfully showcase your creativity, skills and passions. Perfect for certificate students preparing for Portfolio Review Day, as well as anyone interested in refining their portfolio for their website, residency or grant applications, or graduate admissions.
PAINTING
Introduction to Oil Painting #2428 SU 2-5, 2/4-4/21, no class on 3/17 and 3/31 Learn how to stretch your own canvas, lay out a palette, experiment with painting techniques, and mix colors in this beginner’s course designed to provide you with the fundamentals. Narratives in Acrylic Painting #2426 T 6-9, 2/5-4/8 Experiment with various acrylic paints, mediums, surfaces, and techniques to develop a personal approach to image-making. Through individual dialogue, class discussions, and critiques, students will receive feedback and direction on how to challenge their practice. Painting Studio: Multi-level #2425 W 6-9, 2/7-4/10 This multi-level course is intended for students with previous painting experience who are ready to take their work to the next level. Through instructor guidance and lively peer critiques, you will organize your ideas and create self-directed work in the media of your choice.
Painting: Color and Light #2427 W 6-9, 2/7-4/10 Learn to paint form, space, and atmospheric effects by focusing on depicting light with color. Explore color theory as it pertains to painting practices with an emphasis on using color expressively. Painting techniques are demonstrated and color effects, schemes, and properties will be discussed.
PHOTOGRAPHY
Introduction to Digital Photography #2429 M 6-9, 2/5-4/8 Learn the foundations of photography and how to use a manual digital camera as you select and capture subjects that are both personally meaningful in content and contemporary in context.
PRINTMEDIA
Expanded Printmaking #2430 W 6-9, 2/7-4/10 This course is designed to give a brief overview of basic printmaking processes, such as monotype, relief, image transfer, and basic screen printing. Each technique will be explored through an introductory project, culminating in one final personalized project at the end of the course.
WRITING
The Art of Creative Writing: Short Forms of Fiction and Poetry #2431 TH 6-9, 2/8-4/18, no class on 3/14 Learn the basics of creative writing regardless of what form your work takes in this community workshop. Share your literary efforts, both raw and polished. Explore different poetic and fictional forms as you focus on finding, building, and developing your voice.
CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS Delve deeply into an area of personal or professional interest. Designed to be completed in 1.5 to 2 years, Adult Continuing Education noncredit certificates provide you with opportunities to develop a contemporary art and design practice, explore new areas of study, expand your skill set, or prepare a portfolio. Certificate students take a combination of six Adult Continuing Education noncredit courses unique to each discipline, including electives of their choice. They pay the same tuition for ACE courses as non-certificate students and are charged a one-time application fee. Visit saic.edu/ace and select Certificate Programs for individual program details, policies, and frequently asked questions, or register at continuingstudies. saic.edu. For more information, email cs@saic.edu. Note: We offer courses in Chicago on our campus and online, however, Adult Continuing Education noncredit certificates were not designed to be completed remotely. Coursework requirements may not be scheduled in the student’s preferred instructional mode. Required courses may not be offered every term.
“I’ve definitely been able to bring some of the skills that I’ve learned in that program into the work that I’m doing at my current job, which is really cool. It’s also definitely helped me build skills to do freelance work outside of my day job which is really helpful.” —ACE Graphic Design Certificate alumni
DRAWING CERTIFICATE Studio courses (4)
Four 30-hour courses from those listed under the subject headings Drawing or Painting and Drawing.
Art history course (1)
One 20- to 30-hour course under the subject heading Art History.
Elective (1)
All 30-hour Adult Continuing Education courses are eligible electives for all certificates.
Spring 2024 Drawing Certificate courses include Artist and the Sketchbook, Comics and Graphic Novels, Drawing Studio: Multi-level, Introduction to Drawing, and Portrait Drawing. Art history courses: Art Survey at the AIC: American Art, Art Survey at the AIC: Ancient to PreModern, Special Collections at the AIC and SAIC: an Introduction to Art Editions, and Who Pays for All of This?: Art Collecting and Patronage for the Past, Present, and Future.
FASHION CERTIFICATE Required course (1)
Sewing Techniques: Fundamentals
Studio courses (4)
Four 30-hour courses from those listed under the subject heading Fashion.
Elective (1)
All 30-hour Adult Continuing Education courses are eligible electives for all certificates.
Spring 2024 Fashion Certificate classes include Fashion Illustration, Fashion Medium: Embroidery, Embellishments, and Sewn Elements, Patternmaking and Construction: Above the Waist, Sewing Techniques: Below the Belt, and Sewing Techniques: Above the Waist.
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Adult Continuing Education (ACE)
Certificate Programs (cont’d.)
Portfolio Review Day Saturday, April 13
GRAPHIC DESIGN CERTIFICATE Required course (1)
Introduction to Graphic Design
Studio courses (4)
Four 30-hour courses from those listed under the subject heading Graphic Design. You may also use Color Theory as one of your required studio courses.
Elective (1)
All 30-hour Adult Continuing Education courses are eligible electives for all certificates.
Spring 2024 Graphic Design Certificate Courses include Color Theory, Creating Visual Language: Designing Symbols, Icons, Logos, and Infographics, Digital Design: Adobe Illustrator, Digital Design: Adobe InDesign, Digital Design: Adobe Photoshop, Introduction to Graphic Design, and Introduction to Typography.
Join us for a 30-minute review session to receive valuable feedback on your work. Strengthen your portfolio and receive guidance about the next steps in your creative development. All ACE students are eligible to participate and reviews are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Certificate students who are fulfilling their portfolio requirement will be allowed to register in advance.
“I’m happy this portfolio review is a required step to complete the certificate program, as it was also a new learning experience, as well as a great opportunity to review the entire coursework and get some encouraging feedback.” —ACE Graphic Design Certificate student and Portfolio Review Day participant
For more information, visit saic.edu/ace and select Student Benefits.
Join us for a 1-day Portfolio Preparation Workshop on April 6. Visit continuingstudies.saic.edu to register.
INTERIOR DESIGN CERTIFICATE Required course (1)
Design Matters
Studio courses (4)
Four 30-hour courses under the subject headings Design or Interior Architecture. You may also use Introduction to Architecture as one of your required studio courses.
Elective (1)
All 30-hour Adult Continuing Education courses are eligible electives for all certificates.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Spring 2024 Interior Design Certificate courses include Color Theory, Design Matters, Digital Drawing: Interior Design, Interior Design Studio: Kitchens and Baths, and Introduction to Interior Design.
Register online at continuingstudies.saic.edu. QUESTIONS? Call 312.629.6170 or email cs@saic.edu.
PAINTING CERTIFICATE*
Students must be 18 years or older and have a high school diploma or equivalent.
Studio courses (4)
Four 30-hour courses under the subject headings Painting or Painting and Drawing.
TUITION
Art history course (1)
One 20- to 30-hour course under the subject heading Art History.
10-week and 5-week course tuition (10 sessions): $625
Elective (1)
All 30-hour Adult Continuing Education courses are eligible electives for all certificates.
1-week and 2-weekend intensive course tuition: $750 5-week course (5 sessions): $375 Portfolio Preparation Workshop: $125
Spring 2024 Painting Certificate courses include Introduction to Oil Painting, Narratives in Acrylic Painting, Painting: Color and Light, and Painting Studio: Multi-level. Art history courses: Art Survey at the AIC: American Art, Art Survey at the AIC: Ancient to PreModern, Special Collections at the AIC and SAIC: an Introduction to Art Editions, and Who Pays for All of This?: Art Collecting and Patronage for the Past, Present, and Future.
Students are responsible for purchasing their own supplies. A list of required items will be provided at the first course session, along with a syllabus.
* It is strongly encouraged that students with little or no drawing experience take Introduction to Drawing, which can be used to fulfill the Painting Certificate elective requirement.
REFUND POLICY
Payment Options: We accept credit cards (American Express, Discover, Mastercard, and Visa).
A 100 percent tuition refund will be issued if a course is dropped at least one week prior to the session start date. No refunds will be issued after this date. Refunds will not be issued if the instructional mode for a course changes from in-person to online due to health guidelines. All requests to drop a course must be submitted in writing to cs@saic.edu and include the student’s name, ID number, and course information. Refunds take four to six weeks to process.
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Cancellation and Schedule Changes: We reserve the right to cancel or alter the fees, schedule, or staffing when circumstances warrant. If a cancellation or change is necessary, students will be notified prior to the first class, and students enrolled in cancelled courses will have the option of taking another class or receiving a full refund.
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Classes begin in February, March, and April.
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