About

Started in 2020, this multidisciplinary, team-based studio course at Maryland Institute College of Art engages graduate students in visual communication projects with and for community partners. Students work collaboratively throughout a project cycle, broadening their skills in research, ideation, drawing, typography, traditional and digital media, as well as creating for specific audiences.

Parts of the course:
• real-world projects for community clients / partners
• individual and team-based assignments
• workshops to build skills in graphic design and illustration
• guest lectures about professional practice from designers and illustrators

This class:
• encourages work across disciplines
• collaborates on short, achievable projects
• makes design and illustration accessible to all
• supports work with non-profits and the community

Faculty

Rebecca Bradley, Director Master of Arts in Illustration at MICA
Sandra Maxa, Director Master of Arts Graphic Design at MICA

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