Comics and Illustration II: Developing Techniques and Styles
Instructor: Robin Adair
Wednesdays 5:30-8:30pm
10 weeks: April 16 to June 18
Location: In-person Williams Building room 306 or Online
$387.50 (supplies not included)
Prerequisite: Completion of Comics & Illustration I or any of the other entry level courses in the Community Arts and Artisanship Program
This course is designed for artists who have completed Comics & Illustration I, or any of the other entry level courses in the Community Arts and Artisanship Program. The first section of the course will be devoted to reviewing techniques for developing narratives arcs and character designs, including figure drawing, perspective drawing, storyboarding, character sketches, and comic page layouts. In the second half of the course, students will be given an opportunity to conceive and develop individual projects that showcase unique applications of their chosen mediums and techniques. Projects ideas will vary widely depending on the student. Some examples might include: a mini comic; a series of works that explores a particular theme or medium; a handmade book or portfolio for displaying concept art; a series of comic covers or splash pages. Throughout the course, students will be strongly encouraged to develop individual styles and modes of expression in a safe and supportive creative environment.
Syllabus
Coming soon!
Supplies
Inking materials and tools:- Set of 4 black calligraphy (chisel tip) pens
- 3 black Micron pens (0.5 and 0.8 are the best tip sizes for our purposes)
- Set of Speedball nib pens with assorted tips
- Jar of black waterproof ink
- Bamboo brush
Drawing materials and tools:
- Graphite pencils: 2H; 2B; 4B; 8B (Staedtler brand is recommended)
- Blending sticks
- Kneaded eraser
- White eraser
- Set of 12 Prismacolor pencil crayons
- 12” metal ruler with cork backing
Paper:
- Pad of 11x17 Bristol Board (Canson Comic Strip pads are an option)
- Pad of Drawing paper (9x12 or larger)
Optional Supplies:
*Items on the following list may be of interest to students, but they are not necessary for this course
- Black brush pen with refillable cartridges (Pentel Pocket or Kuratake are recommended)
- Set of Copic brand markers
- Set of watercolours (Windsor Newton, Reeves, Yarka, or Daniel Smith are recommended)
- Watercolour brushes (assorted tips and sizes)
- Jar of white waterproof ink
For a brief list of frequently used suppliers, please see Where can I purchase supplies? on our FAQ page.
