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ARTS 86
Graphic Design: Digital Illustration Techniques · 4 units · used in 5 transfer pathways
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Where this page’s information comes from
- De Anza catalogcourse record · 2025-2026
- FHDA class listingsWinter 2027 sections
- Cherrypickercourse matching and pathway links — our analysis
About this course
The course is an introduction to industry-standard software related to the creation and implementation of computer-generated illustrations. Emphasis is placed on verbal visual relationships and the integration of type and image in contemporary illustration. Topics will include illustration software options, concept and problem-solving, style and personal expression, branding illustration, charts/diagrams/graphs, and storytelling illustration. The primary software program presented is Adobe Illustrator.
Sections this term
Winter 2027 · updated Oct 18, 11:21 PM UTCNo section is scheduled at De Anza College for Winter 2027. The course can still be offered in a later quarter.
Enrollment availability changes frequently. Confirm status in the official FHDA registration system before enrolling.
Prerequisites
ARTS 53Introduction to Graphic Design: Vector IllustrationCatalog wording: “ARTS D053.”
Transfer pathways that use ARTS 86
ASSIST maps ARTS 86 to a requirement in 5 published pathways from De Anza College.
- Communication Design B.S., Game Design & Interactive Media ConcentrationDe Anza → CSU Monterey Bay
- Communication Design B.S., Visual Design ConcentrationDe Anza → CSU Monterey Bay
- Interdisciplinary StudiesDe Anza → CSU Monterey Bay
- Art HistoryDe Anza → Cal Poly Pomona
- Visual Communication DesignDe Anza → Cal Poly Pomona
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