The New Yorker is among the most respected periodicals in America, and it is one of the few publications that features an illustrated cover for every issue. This is an introduction to editorial illustration, as seen through the lens of this magazine. The content of this publication spans a wide spectrum, including investigative reporting, humorous pieces, and short fiction. Articulate and influential, these dense articles are offset by imagery that is just as thought provoking. Students will be challenged to develop a body of work consisting of covers, spots, and full/half page illustrations related to topics of cultural interest, literature, science, the seasons, and current events. This course is for those with a keen interest in translating the written word into visible form with wit and style.

This course fulfills the Illustration Concepts Elective requirement for Illustration majors.

Elective