This short-term certificate provides basic proficiency in freehand drawing. The student will draw with a variety of materials including charcoal, pastel and ink. The student will be able to render three-dimensional items on a two-dimensional surface and will be able to demonstrate proficiency in value, contour and perspective. This certificate will provide the student with a broad range of styles and historic sources for his or her work, whether the individual is a graphic designer or freelance illustrator.

The Art department strives to provide students with highquality education experiences in the visual arts, and the short-term certificate in Basic Drawing prepares students to enhance their freehand drawing skills - especially professionals working in the fields of graphic design or freelance illustration.