In the Illustration program, you will learn traditional and digital techniques in drawing, painting and visual storytelling, with a focus on creative problem solving, robust workflow and professional communication. Projects give you practice creating illustrations for various industries such as gaming, publishing, and product design, while addressing philosophical and ethical questions. Our curriculum stays up to date with industry trends and emerging technologies, developing your skills in software tools, like the Adobe Creative Suite, to create and maintain a professional portfolio.  

With an average of 15 students per class, our faculty, comprised of professionals with successful careers in illustration, fine arts and design, will give you personalized instruction and mentorship. Illustration  students have access to facilities for photography, painting, drawing, sculpture, printmaking, digital media labs, a motion capture studio and the Multimedia Checkout Center.   

Our program emphasizes industry preparedness, and offers internships and networking opportunities with publishing houses, game studios, design firms and arts organizations in Seattle and beyond. Graduates pursue careers as illustrators, concept artists, graphic novelists, game artists, surface designers and editorial illustrators, among other careers.