Since 2005, I've been teaching a part-time comic book course at VanArts entitled Introduction to Comic Book Production. The course consists of 12 classes -- 3 hours every Monday night -- and allows students to develop their skills as a comic creator. It is ideal for those who already have an interest in comics but would like some guidance and advice on how to make them.

The program is designed to help students build the skills needed to tell a story in the medium of comics, regardless of its genre or target audience.

VanArts is located in downtown Vancouver, BC, Canada. It is fully accredited by the Private Post-Secondary Education Commission of British Columbia and has been offering animation courses since 1996.

Here is some more information on my course:

Introduction to Comic Book Production


In this course, students will be guided through the various stages of creating a four-page comic, including: script writing, character design, thumbnailing, penciling, inking, page structure, panel composition, and storytelling. Students will be using Adobe Photoshop software to add lettering and greytones to their artwork, and explore how to develop a plan for pursuing their personal aspirations within the medium of comics.

Students in this course should have strong drawing skills, and submit a small portfolio upon registering. Those with minimal drawing experience can take our other courses in Basic Drawing or 2D Animation before taking this course. You should budget approximately $50 for art supplies. This course is taught by an award-winning comic book artist whose credits include Emiko Superstar, The Escapists, One Bad Day, Pounded and Queen & Country.

Pre-requisites: Drawing portfolio (up to 6 samples of artwork)

Instructor: Steve Rolston

Monday evenings (12 Classes), 7:00-10:00pm
Fee (CDN): $595 (No GST)

2010 Start Dates:
January 11, May 10, September 13

Go to the VANARTS website to apply now!


 
 

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