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Course Description

Artwork by Nora M. 

Ink is beloved by illustrators, comic book artists and designers alike. It allows you to create crisp, precise linework or build up depth with delicate washes. Guided exercises will walk you through how to show a range of lighting conditions. Experiment with mark-making techniques such as cross-hatching and stippling. Learn how to make softly stippled value shifts or bold and high-contrast shadows. This course is the next step for aspiring illustrators. Get your sketchbooks ready for this timeless medium.

Learner Outcomes

  • Expand technical skills of rendering in ink
  • Gain an understanding of how to render light and shadow
  • Explore traditional and modern ink drawing techniques and tools
  • Build confidence in working in non-erasable media

Prerequisites

Students must be 13-17 years of age.

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Section Schedule
Apr 18, 2026 to May 23, 2026
Type
Online, Asynchronous
Dates
Apr 18, 2026 to May 23, 2026
Type
Online, Live Sessions
Days
T
Time
7:00PM to 8:00PM
Dates
Apr 21, 2026 to May 19, 2026
Schedule and Location
View Details
Contact Hours
18.0
Delivery Options
Online  
Course Fee(s)
Tuition non-credit $380.00 Click here to get more information
Service charge(s)
  • 3% Service Fee  
Drop Request Deadline
May 09, 2026
Transfer Request Deadline
Nov 18, 2025 to Apr 16, 2026
Withdrawal Request Deadline
Apr 18, 2026 to May 23, 2026
Instructors
Necessary Supplies

Students are responsible for purchasing their own art supplies, equipment, software subscriptions, and/or books. For most classes, the cost is under $75 (estimate). A supply list will be available on the course site in Canvas at least 30 days prior to the first day of class.

Once you have received your enrollment confirmation and logged in to Canvas, navigate to Upcoming Courses on the left-hand side of your dashboard. Supplies will be listed on your course homepage under the supplies heading. Some or all of your course supplies are available at the RISD Store.

Type
Studio
Days
M, T, W, Th, F
Time
9:00AM to 12:00PM
Dates
Jul 20, 2026 to Jul 24, 2026
Schedule and Location
View Details
Contact Hours
15.0
Location
Delivery Options
Classroom  
Course Fee(s)
Tuition non-credit $365.00
Additional Fee(s)
Material/Lab Fee $15.00 Mandatory
Service charge(s)
  • 3% Service Fee  
Drop Request Deadline
Jul 23, 2026
Transfer Request Deadline
Mar 03, 2026 to Jul 16, 2026
Withdrawal Request Deadline
Jul 20, 2026 to Jul 24, 2026
Instructors
Necessary Supplies
All necessary materials and supplies will be provided for this course.

Section Notes

If your student requires an Accessibility Accommodation, please contact our Office of Disability Support Services.

Type
Studio
Days
M, T, W, Th, F
Time
1:00PM to 4:00PM
Dates
Jul 27, 2026 to Jul 31, 2026
Schedule and Location
View Details
Contact Hours
15.0
Location
Delivery Options
Classroom  
Course Fee(s)
Tuition non-credit $365.00
Additional Fee(s)
Material/Lab Fee $15.00 Mandatory
Service charge(s)
  • 3% Service Fee  
Drop Request Deadline
Jul 30, 2026
Transfer Request Deadline
Mar 03, 2026 to Jul 23, 2026
Withdrawal Request Deadline
Jul 27, 2026 to Jul 31, 2026
Instructors
Necessary Supplies
All necessary materials and supplies will be provided for this course.

Section Notes

If your student requires an Accessibility Accommodation, please contact our Office of Disability Support Services.

Type
Studio
Days
M, T, W, Th, F
Time
9:00AM to 12:00PM
Dates
Aug 03, 2026 to Aug 07, 2026
Schedule and Location
View Details
Contact Hours
15.0
Location
Delivery Options
Classroom  
Course Fee(s)
Tuition non-credit $365.00
Additional Fee(s)
Material/Lab Fee $15.00 Mandatory
Service charge(s)
  • 3% Service Fee  
Drop Request Deadline
Aug 06, 2026
Transfer Request Deadline
Mar 03, 2026 to Jul 30, 2026
Withdrawal Request Deadline
Aug 03, 2026 to Aug 07, 2026
Instructors
Necessary Supplies
All necessary materials and supplies will be provided for this course.

Section Notes

If your student requires an Accessibility Accommodation, please contact our Office of Disability Support Services.

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