Make Art to Drive Change: Mirko Ilic on Color, Type, and Icons

Revolutionize your approach to art and design in this monumental class from legendary designer and School of Visual Arts professor, Mirko Ilic.

Whether you're a designer, illustrator, or fine artist, this class will transform the way you think about art. Join Mirko as he dives deep into the fundamental role of the artist in the world, exploring how creatives should approach their work, the artist's responsibility to use their skills for good, and how you can drive social change through your art. Drawing from 50+ examples of political and socially conscious works of art, Mirko will teach you to:

• Conduct the crucial research needed to make truly original art
• Use design tools like color, text, and iconography for greatest impact
• Approach your work with greater weight and higher purpose

Plus, you're invited to participate in Mirko's worldwide project, joining designers like Milton Glaser, Paula Scher, and Jessica Hische to create a poster on the theme of tolerance.

From the historic studio he shares with iconic designer Milton Glaser in New York City (and where Gloria Steinem founded Ms. Magazine!), Mirko delivers a powerful call to action to designers everywhere. After taking this class, you'll be invigorated to take action for causes you care about, use your skills for good, and approach every project you take on in an entirely new way.

Whether you're new to design or an experienced artist, your voice matters. All you have to do is use it.

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Please note, later lessons of this class engage with political iconography on a range of topics.

• Introduction
• What is Political Art
• How to Take This Class
• The Rules of Research
• How to Conduct Your Research
• Using Research in Your Work
• The Meaning of Color
• Designing with Language
• Evolving Iconography
• Putting it All Together
• Call to Action
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