A picture tells a thousand words. An illustrator has a fundamental role in enlightening us and interpreting a story. In this topic we'll explore the unique art of illustration, discussing the varying styles and techniques of individual artists, eras, and markets from magazines, newspapers, picture books, to cartoons, comics, and book jackets. This includes calligraphy, greeting cards, posters, illuminated manuscripts, personalized logos, monograms, product packaging, ads, brochures, T-shirts, menus, gift wrap, tiles, carpet, wallpaper,charts, symbols, models, graphs, diagrams, and maps.