Illustration, MFA

Contact

Marty Blake, Program Coordinator

Shaffer Art Building, 315-443-3700, mablake@syr.edu

Faculty

Marty Blake, Frank Cammuso, Robert Dacey, Steven Ellis, Ginnie Hsu, London Ladd, Joseph Murphy, Lydia Nichols

Description

Syracuse University’s MFA in Illustration is committed to advancing the next generation of Illustrators. As part of a School of Art within a University, our approach is research-oriented and cross-disciplinary, emphasizing inquiry, authorship, and criticality. Students will study and experiment, expanding their boundaries and modes of expression. We encourage our illustration graduate students to create with global awareness, exploring intellectual and creative pursuits to better the world.

Accreditation: NASAD

Admission: BFA in Illustration or related art subject

Student Learning Outcomes

After completing the Illustration MFA program, students will be able to:

1. Select focused and relevant research topics and conduct research from both primary and secondary sources

2. Express unique points of view, anchored in research and articulated in writing

3. Develop a body of visual work that is personally meaningful and distinct in its appearance and expression

4. Demonstrate knowledge of their chosen professional arena and how to navigate their prospects

5. Demonstrate innovation and entrepreneurship as ethically aware art professionals

Program Requirements

Required Classes: 9 credits

ILL 671 - Creative Strategy 3 credit(s)
ILL 672 - Visual Voice I 3 credit(s) Self
ILL 675 - Visual Voice II 3 credit(s) Global

Studio electives: 27 credits

Courses listed below; students can also choose from existing Illustration and Studio Arts courses

ILL 673 - Story Lab 3 credit(s)
ILL 674 - Play Matters 3 credit(s)
ILL 676 - Entrepreneur 3 credit(s)
ILL 677 - Visual Integration 3 credit(s)

Academic Electives: 12 credits

Any art history or related academics, such as classes in HOA, AIC, or CRS, 500-level or above.

Course Catalog