During this advanced class, continue to explore and develop illustration work for a children’s book audience and industry. Course descriptionTake the study of stronger character design and development further, and integrate that exploration into one's visual storytelling narratives. Assignments are designed to help each student build and refine an illustration portfolio suitable for the publishing industry. This class includes weekly homework assignments. / Students will have access to Adobe Creative Cloud software throughout the course.Open to students ages 18 and above. Review complete policies, including class cancellation policies, before completing your registration.Class meeting detailsThis online class is synchronous, meaning students will meet weekly at the same time via Google Meet, Tuesdays from 7:00 p.m-9:00 p.m. CT. Class meetings will include lectures, class discussions, work time, critiques, and time to ask questions and share resources. The instructor will hold virtual office hours 1 hour before each class session to answer questions and provide individualized feedback and guidance.PrerequisitesPicture Books 1 and Picture Books 2 or equivalent experience with Instructor approval. Previous experience with Adobe Photoshop is helpful, but not required.Required MaterialsSupplies for first classpen or pencilnotebook or sketchbookcolor media of choice with a selection of drawing toolsSupplies will be discussed during the first class meeting.SoftwareAdobe Creative Cloud (provided by MCAD).HardwareA computer capable of running Adobe Creative Cloud software, with internet access, a camera, and a microphone for class meetings and to capture and upload work. Optional: a scanner.Class resourcesThis class uses Adobe Creative Cloud and Canvas, MCAD’s learning management system. Please see the link for more information.Class savingsRegister on or before May 11 and save $25.Register for more than one class at a time and receive $25 off each additional class (same-day registrations only).Additional savings. Are you eligible?Questions?Contact MCAD Continuing Education at continuing_education@mcad.edu or call 612.874.3765. Register Title Non-credit Tuition $396.00 Not Yet Open for Registration Registration opens April 27. Date: Tue, Jun 2, 2026 - Tue, Jul 21, 2026 Time: 7:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m. CT Day(s) of the week: Tuesday Ages: Open to students ages 18 and above. Term: Summer 2026 Instructor: Carrie Hartman Location: Online SKU: CSDE 4141 20 SU26 Prerequisites: Picture Books 1 and Picture Books 2 or equivalent experience with Instructor approval. Previous experience with Adobe Photoshop is helpful, but not required.