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Refine illustration techniques

Refine illustration techniques

Unit of competency
National Code
CUAILL512
State Code
ODD15
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
16/04/2021
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
26/11/2021
Field of Education
100501 - Graphic Arts And Design Studies
Original Release Date
26/11/2021
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to research, experiment and apply a broad range of advanced illustration techniques to refine and evaluate an individual professional style.The unit applies to highly skilled illustrators who integrate the use of those different techniques explored, to realise a coherent body of creative work. They work with a high level of independence seeking mentoring and guidance as required.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Research illustration ideas and techniques
  • 1.1 Expand knowledge of historical and contemporary illustrations using credible information sources
  • 1.2 Investigate how different technical effects are achieved through particular illustrative techniques
  • 1.3 Evaluate the relationships between illustration techniques and design ideas
  • 1.4 Adapt and use relevant ideas and approaches and comply with intellectual property requirements
2. Select illustration techniques for refinement
  • 2.1 Evaluate creative and professional opportunities offered by different illustration techniques for own approach to work
  • 2.2 Identify and assess limitations and constraints of techniques
  • 2.3 Select a broad range of illustration techniques for refinement
3. Consolidate illustration technique to professional level
  • 3.1 Develop confidence and skill through practice and experimentation
  • 3.2 Identify and resolve technical problems in illustrations based on developing expertise
  • 3.3 Employ creative thinking techniques to encourage new and unpredictable ideas
  • 3.4 Evolve ideas and professional illustrative skill through ongoing experimentation with technique
  • 3.5 Create individual style by developing own ways of working with new and existing illustrative techniques
  • 3.6 Create a coherent body of illustration work that shows command of selected illustration techniques
  • 3.7 Handle equipment, tools and materials safely; minimise and safely dispose of waste throughout all processes
4. Evaluate own illustration technique
  • 4.1 Evaluate development of own technique with others and seek feedback
  • 4.2 Participate in professional discussions that challenge and explore different concepts and approaches
  • 4.3 Evaluate ways that experimentation with different techniques has informed own artwork
  • 4.4 Identify ways to further develop technique as part of professional practice and build ideas into future work
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AWI76 CUAILL502 Refine illustration techniques Unit of competency