This class is taught in English.

1. Students will learn to design a comic book through the whole process of drawing, lettering, inking on paper, and editing  on the computer.
2. Students will learn to establish a plot, point of view, setting, and conflict in their comic stories.
3. Students will learn to brainstorm and writing their own script/storyboard through the process of story development (Language skills are engaged). The process would involve reinforcing and improving of their literacy skills through the arts by engaging in a fun, project-oriented, and creative process (Academic Reinforcement).

I am a professional cartoonist, writer, and comic book publisher. I have published comic books, comic strips, children's books, and graphic novels throughout the world (visit www.dir.raytoons.net to see distribution). I print around 2000 to 4000 comic books per issue released. I use various printers in Canada, South Korea, and Hong Kong for my printing. You can see an example comic book printing receipt here: https://www.dropbox.com/s/2hd7p2bilotbo74/Jonathin%20Quackup%20%232%20Receipt.pdf?dl=0

My published comics include "Jonathin Quackup of the Planet", "Miced" and "Raytoons Cartoon Avenue". Here is a link to one of my past comic books: https://www.dropbox.com/s/yzv969dzbm89dcb/Jonathin%20Quackup%20Issue%2001.pdf?dl=0

I have taught cartooning classes for 20 years and Comic Book related class for over 10 years. I have taught these class for both adults and children in colleges, schools, and community centers. I have helped many children and adults get their comics created and published. Here is an example of a comic publishing class that I have taught at a college: https://www.cuesta.edu/communityprograms/community-education/writing_publishing/print-publish-comics.html

Homework Offered
Students will need to complete any tasks that were not finished in class. 
Optional: Students can do extra work on their comics in between class times, as well as during class. If they want to have comics that more than a few panels in length, they would need to do it between class times.

While classes are normally 50-55 minutes, I am willing to stay on Zoom sometimes after class if a student needs help with their comics.
Assessments Offered
Grades Offered