Illustration

Because nothing is mightier than a pen.

Maybe you’re a drawing wizard.

You’ve been doodling in the margins of every notebook you’ve ever had. You like to depict your favorite fictional characters in your own unique style. 

If any of the above sounds like you, Illustration might be your major. 

Whether you prefer a pen and paper or a stylus and screen, the career possibilities are endless in the Illustration field. You’ll spend your time blending traditional drawing and painting with state-of-the-art digital technology as you develop everything from comics to graphic novels and compelling visuals for publications, podcasts or retail companies. You'll use state-of-the-art equipment, go on awesome field trips, meet your illustrator heroes and develop a personal style that will take you far. 

Left: Gia Leotta ’23, Illustration.

Because of Moore, I feel way ready and able to use the skills I need for my future in Illustration. I appreciate being guided closely by professors while still having the freedom to express myself.

GRACE CLUFF '23, ILLUSTRATION

WHAT CAN I DO WITH AN ILLUSTRATION DEGREE?

Illustration at Moore will prepare you for a wide range of roles in the art world!

Get the skills you need at Moore to become a...

  • Concept artist
  • Editorial illustrator
  • Cartoonist
  • Scientific or medical illustrator
  • Graphic novelist
  • Tattoo artist
  • Children’s book illustrator

The limit does not exist!

Photo: Steve Weinik.

An Illustration student and professor reviewing artwork on an iPad.

MEET DYLAN B. CALEHO ’19

ILLUSTRATION ALUMNI HERO

Dylan's career as a freelance illustrator kicked off before they even graduated from Moore, when their professor introduced them to graphic novelist, illustrator and art director Eric Battle at MoCCA Arts Fest, New York’s largest independent comics and cartoon festival. Battle, a notable Philadelphia-based artist, who’s worked with both DC and Marvel Comics, was impressed with Dylan’s comic work, and asked them to be a contributing illustrator for a comic-based anthology. In addition to their many freelance projects, Caleho also works full-time for an engineering company, Rodriguez, doing illustrations, graphic design and social media marketing projects.

Alumni Hero: Dylan B. Caleho ’19, Illustration

Prepare to Be a Superstar

100% of Moore Illustration students kick start their future careers with a paid internship! Illustration students are landing jobs and internships at places like:

Bust Magazine

Bust Magazine

Carter's

Carter's

Nickelodeon

Nickelodeon

Penguin Group

Penguin Group

Smithsonian Institution

Smithsonian Institution

Super Signs

Super Signs

Tyco Toys Inc.

Tyco Toys Inc.

And more!

And more!

LUCK OF THE DRAW

"I really enjoy the Illustration department. The professors seamlessly work together to create a dynamic artistic community within our classrooms. Thanks to this program, Moore has changed me for the better."

KATHLEEN MOSLEY '23, ILLUSTRATION

Photo: Steve Weinik.

Kathleen Mosley ’23, Illustration talking about their thesis project at the 2023 Senior Show
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