Comic Books: Getting Started
Adult Class | This program is completed
Learn the basics of comics from writing, sketching, and character development to basic visual storytelling techniques.
In this class, you will compose a short 6 to 12-page story, and learn how to format your comic book for final printing. Discover different drawing and inking techniques, along with a cursory history lesson in many genres of comics. Walk away with a better understanding of one of the most versatile narrative mediums, along with some great drawings!
What you will learn in this course:
1. Write a script/make thumbnail
2. Using correct tools and formats for print
3. Basic understanding of story pacing and page composition
4. Basic understanding of blocking out and composing panels
Please note: Class will not meet on Thursday, October 3 in observance of Rosh Hashanah.
Note that this classroom is accessible by stairs only; please contact Fleisher for more information.
• Sketchbook
• Pencil (s)/eraser(s)
• Precision pens (Micron 01, 05, 08 recommended)
• Bristol paper (14x17 and 11x14 recommended)
• Brushes (watercolor brushes recommended), don't need immediately
• Ink (Sumi ink recommended), don't need immediately
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