Program Overview

Florence Institute of Design International

Digital Illustration Summer Course

The short summer course is an intensive course of the digital illustration process. The course is an introduction to digital illustration theory and its application. This short summer course is designed to provide graphic design students with skills necessary to complete professional assignments that include illustrated elements, and to inspire them to develop their creative potential in this field. The course is also perfect for those who are currently studying marketing or advertising who wish to expand into visual arts. At the end of the course, each student will have acquired the ability to work in various styles of illustration, both realistic and stylized.

Description

The entire course is held in the English language. During this course students will learn various basic techniques of digital illustration with the aid of Adobe software. The lessons and presentations encourage students to explore different styles while working to develop their personal vision.

Schedule

The short course is held for 4 weeks each summer during the month of June. For the exact dates see our academic calendar.

Course Details

• Duration: 4 weeks
• Levels: All

Italian Language

We also combine the digital illustration with Italian language for 3hrs per week – a chance to build confidence and understanding of one of the most beautiful languages in the world. A development of knowledge of the language can help you to enjoy the culture and customs of Florence and Italy even more.

Graphic Design Summer Course

Short summer courses of graphic design are an intensive introduction to the design process. The studio design course is an introduction to graphic design theory and its application. The course rapidly moves through the fundamental design principles, the planning process and finally the guidelines used in order to create innovative two-dimensional art-work and visual graphics.

Course Details

• Duration: 4 weeks
• Levels: Basic

Architecture Summer Course

The Florence Institute offers architecture courses that teach drawing and observational skills plus an introduction to architectural theory and Italian history. This short summer course is designed for students with an interests in the art and architecture of Italy. Most of the course is conducted in the form of walking tours, where students can learn directly from the architecture of Florence.

Course Details

• Duration: 4 weeks
• Levels: All

Furniture Design Summer Course

Furniture design is one of Italy’s most respected areas of knowledge. The purpose of the short summer course is to develop students’ understanding and conceptual skills of all aspects of furniture design from design to production to the development of prototypes. During the 4 week program, students study presentation of history, theories, works and trends of Italian and International furniture.

Course Details

• Duration: 4 weeks
• Levels: Basic or Advanced