Topics in Interactive Media (376-0-24)

Topic

Creating Comics & Sequential Art

Instructors

Mauricio A. Cordero

Meeting Info

Louis Hall 118: Mon 2:00PM - 4:50PM

Overview of class

An applied introduction to comics and sequential art production. Builds skills in developing storylines/plot/narrative/worldbuilding; develop and draw characters, panels, and backgrounds; prepare for print production; and comprehend the basics of sequential language, composition, and layout. Students engage with crucial personal and political issues at stake across a range of comics genres: fiction, biographical, and countercultural. We will explore not just how to create comics, but why we create comics. Graduate students will complete additional assignments. Drawing/design/layout experience is helpful but not required.

Learning Objectives

To learn how to create a compelling and original visual narrative that is ready for print production as well as digital distribution.

Teaching Method

Lecture, Discussion, Critique and Production

Class Materials (Required)

Ink Source (pen & ink, brush pen, microns, etc.) 11"x17" Bristol Board pad, Clip Studio Paint strongly recommended or alternative imaging software (Medibang, Krita, Photoshop, Affinity, etc.)

Class Notes

Previous drawing/layout/graphic design experience is extremely helpful, though not required.The use of AI generative art and writing is strictly forbidden for any of the project assignments.