Illustration: Beginning

  • General Creative Arts
2900 S 300 W, South Salt Lake, UT 84115, USA
Sep 11 2025
Dec 04 2025
12 Week Tuition (1 Drop-In Class $25.00)
$299.00
  1. Thu4:30 - 6:30 pm

Description

This is a great class to try out different techniques with inspiration from many illustrators throughout history. How do we create narrative in our work and how can we spark interest in our viewers imagination? In this class we will be using traditional mediums such as pencil, ink, and watercolor to explore different styles of illustration. We will be practicing visual techniques and elements important to creating narratives. Students will be encouraged to explore illustrators who influence and inspire them as they work on their own story-telling pieces. 

 

This class is taught in English.

 

We will NOT have class the week of Thanksgiving.

 

SUPPLY LIST:

Sketchbook 
Pencils and Erasers
Colored Pencils
Watercolors
Watercolor Brushes
Mixed media paper
Watercolor Paper 
White Gelly Roller Pen 

Black ink Pens

Exacto Knife

 
Some Material Suggestions:
 
 
 

 

 

LOCATION:

Visual Art Institute 2900 S 300 W, South Salt Lake, Utah

 

INSTRUCTOR:
This class is taught by Lyra. Learn more about our instructors at https://www.visualartinstitute.org/art-faculty

 

DROP-INS:

This class IS open for drop-in students. Students can register online for a specific date or purchase a Flex Pass. Everyone is responsible for bringing their supplies for the class.


OPEN STUDIO:

 

During the first week of class, we will discuss the times and rules of using the studio and equipment during non-class hours. This is only available to students currently registered in the class.

 

REFUND POLICY:

We are only able to offer refunds up to 2 weeks before the start of class. We do not offer refunds or credits or make-up classes to students who miss class.

 

TRANSFER POLICY:

We may be able to transfer you to a different class depending on space availability.

 

CLASS CANCELLATION:

We find that students learn better in larger groups. If we feel the number of registrations is too low to promote a good learning environment, we may cancel the class. In the event we cancel a class, we will reach out to you as soon as possible.

TUITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM:

We try to make our classes as accessible to everyone as possible. We are able to offer a limited number of tuition assistance scholarships each term. You can complete an application on our website or call our office for assistance applying. Applications are available in Spanish and English.

 

MULTI-CLASS DISCOUNT:

When you register for more than one class, you can receive a discount up to 10% per class!

 

ADA ACCESSIBILITY & ACCOMMODATIONS:

Our classrooms are ADA accessible. Some courses may involve tasks or activities that may be difficult for individuals with limited strength, difficulty bending over, and sitting or standing for long periods of time. We are happy to work with students to find solutions to make their experience positive and doable. For example, wheel throwing takes arm strength and bending over the wheel. Students may work on hand-building projects instead of throwing. Please reach out to our office to discuss your needs.

 

DIFFICULTY REGISTERING?

Please call our main office for assistance! 801.474.3796

Additional services and fees

OPTIONAL: DONATION TUITION ASSISTANCE $25.00
DONATION: VISUAL ART INSTITUTE $25.00

Restrictions

Participants must be 12 years to 100 years old when the program starts.

Registration period

Registration starts on 05/18/2025 and ends on 11/24/2025.

In-person location

2900 S 300 W, South Salt Lake, UT 84115, USA