Session 1, Drawing: Urban Landscape

Chicago has unparalleled architecture, innovative public art, world-class museums and galleries, and outstanding parks, making it the ideal location to explore landscape drawing in new and exciting ways. From using the landscape as a medium to abstraction in space to inventing new landscapes through collage, students build skills in form, shape, line, perspective, and composition while exploring Chicago and interpreting the environment. With a shared emphasis on traditional and non-traditional drawing techniques, students may experiment with various wet and dry materials, including charcoal, pastels, ink, collage, and water-based paints. The course covers the history of landscape drawing and how contemporary artists approach and depict the urban environment. 

NOTE: Previous drawing experience required. Students are encouraged to bring a digital camera, tablet, and/or laptop for homework/research and after-studio hours projects.

2.0 College Credits
Full Tuition Cost: $3,816

This cost does not reflect any potential Merit Scholarship or need-based financial aid the student may be awarded. Housing and meal plan rates are still being finalized for 2026 and are estimated to be $675 a week.

Registration Deadline is noon on Monday, June 1st.

There are two registration options for this course. Call us at 312.629.6170 or email cs@saic.edu if you have any questions! We're happy to help.

Option 1: Pay in full now.
Select this option if you do not wish to apply for scholarships and are ready to pay tuition in full now. The full cost of the program includes a $100 non-refundable tuition deposit. Please note, current housing and meal plan fees are estimates, and you will receive a final bill once 2026 rates have been finalized.

Option 2: Apply for aid/scholarships and pay a $100 non-refundable tuition deposit.
Select this option if you would like to apply for a merit scholarship and/or financial aid scholarship. Once you have been notified of your potential award amounts, we will share instructions on how to pay the remaining balance.