Character Drawing for Comics and Graphic Novels
In this standalone class, students will learn how to draw a character from different angles for storytelling through comic books, graphic novels, and animation.
Scott Ball
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(155)
What's included
1 live meeting
1 hrs 20 mins in-class hoursAssessment
Progress will be assessed by sharing student work with the teacher during class.Class Experience
This class will start with a mini presentation showcasing what model and character turn-around sheets look like. We will discuss why it's important to be able to draw a character from every angle, and methods that can ensure that character will consistently look the same. This class will also discuss the importance of posing for story-telling, and also talk about methods used in designing a new character. We will conclude the class by completing a turnaround sheet of a character supplied in class.
Learning Goals
It is very important when working in comics and cartooning that drawn characters look the same every time they appear. This class will teach you how to do that. Students will learn how to draw a character from the front, the side, and the back. They will learn how to think in three-dimensions with their drawings. Students will also learn how to measure their character so that they can keep consistent proportions.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
There is no mature content.
Supply List
A handout consisting of several pages of samples including a worksheet. Pencil, eraser, paper and a ruler or straight edge.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined December, 2019
4.9
155reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
I have spent twenty years in the Animation, Illustration and Comics industries. I currently create my own webcomic and graphic novel and have illustrated several children's books and comics featuring original character design of my own and existing characters. I have created my own character design sheets and studied others that I have had to work with on projects. Some of my clients have included IDW, IBM, Sesame Street and American Greetings.Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$22
per classMeets once
80 min
Completed by 404 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-15
3-4 learners per class
