Transform your written narratives into comics using the art of visual storytelling and character-building techniques.
Ever since Reilly Brown laid eyes on Spider-Man as a young boy, he knew he wanted to become a comic book artist. He’s been creating magnetic but relatable characters and exciting narratives ever since. It is important to him to bring characters to life with a full range of emotions. Personalities that can be completely ridiculous in one instance, but have the ability to be serious and thoughtful as well. Reilly has worked with a long list of beloved publishers, including DC Comics, Marvel, and Dark Horse, on publications such as Deadpool, Amazing Spider-Man, and Batman.
In this online course, weave engaging stories into comics through exciting character design and the art of visual storytelling. Reilly teaches you to piece together a plot that keeps readers hooked and design dynamic characters that translate their inner identity onto their outward appearance. Learn how to plot your page layout, draw your protagonist and add the lighting, texture, and ink that makes it pop.
- Introduction
- Elements of Creating a Comic
- The Layout: Writing with Pictures
- Drawing and Inking
- Final Touches
- Final project
Ever since Reilly Brown laid eyes on Spider-Man as a young boy, he knew he wanted to become a comic book artist. He’s been creating magnetic but relatable characters and exciting narratives ever since. It is important to him to bring characters to life with a full range of emotions. Personalities that can be completely ridiculous in one instance, but have the ability to be serious and thoughtful as well. Reilly has worked with a long list of beloved publishers, including DC Comics, Marvel, and Dark Horse, on publications such as Deadpool, Amazing Spider-Man, and Batman.
In this online course, weave engaging stories into comics through exciting character design and the art of visual storytelling. Reilly teaches you to piece together a plot that keeps readers hooked and design dynamic characters that translate their inner identity onto their outward appearance. Learn how to plot your page layout, draw your protagonist and add the lighting, texture, and ink that makes it pop.
