Splash Biography

A picture may be worth a thousand words, but when the two are combined, something magical happens. Join us as we break the panels on a page down into their various components to discover what makes comics such an effective storytelling medium. During the lecture component of the course, we will explore how the medium of comics has developed over time and examine how comic creators from different genres blend words and images for maximum effect. We will consider both the artistic and the literary side of the creative process, discussing topics such as character design and composition in addition to pacing and scripting. Students will then have the opportunity to put their knowledge to use as we walk them through the process creating a page-long comic of their own. Even if you've only ever read comics and never penned or drawn your own work, whether you're a pro at figure drawing or more comfortable drawing stick figures, any level of experience with the medium is welcome. Materials will be provided.