5/15 – Comic Craft Foundations: Building Your Graphic Story (Pack Part 1)

About the Artist:

Hello! I’m Paul Brandofino, an independent comic artist, illustrator, digital artist, animator, writer, and streamer. I previously taught at Super Powered Studios, working alongside Kevin Stokes. Currently, I stream on Twitch, where I create art and assets for my streams. I’ve also developed my original webcomic Shards and various fan comics.

What You’ll Learn:

• Class 1: Fun and Creating an Artstyle – Discover the joy of art and explore the perfect art style for the comic you want to create.
  Class 2: Anatomy and Character Design – Break down human shapes and anatomy basics while designing cool, eye-catching characters.
  Class 3: Storytelling and Character Writing – Craft engaging stories and characters that captivate your audience.
  Class 4: Coloring and Shading – Master techniques to color and shade your characters and environments effectively.
  Class 5: Page Concepts, Panel Construction, and Thumbnails – Learn how to develop dynamic, impactful comic book pages from start to finish.

  Space is limited, so reserve your spot now to ensure you don’t miss this opportunity to unleash your creative potential!

WHAT TO BRING:

• Paper and pencil (HB) or a drawing tablet
• Micron 08
• Eraser
• 9×12″ Bee Inspired Drawing Paper
• Comics, graphic novels, or manga that inspire you
• Binder/folder to organize your art (optional but recommended)

All of these supplies are available at Huntsville Art Supplies!