ART A253 - Environment Design and Illustration

Recent Professors: Chris Kerins
Recent Semesters: Fall 2026, Fall 2025, Fall 2024, Fall 2023, Fall 2022
Class Size: 18–28 students
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: ART A120 or ART A120H .
Fall 2026 Sections: View Fall 2026 sections of ART A253
Transfers To: CSU
Description: This course explores the process of designing compelling environments for illustration and entertainment projects. Students will develop strategies to understand, evaluate and create a variety of environments for film, animation, interactive, immersive, and real-world themed environments. Topics covered include visual composition, perspective drawing, cinematography, architectural styles, and user/guest experience.
Usually Held: Tue Thu 1:00pm–1:50pm