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How to Make a Comic Book (Project-Centered Course)

Approx. 16 hours to complete

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Course Summary

Learn how to make your own comic books from start to finish with this comprehensive course. Discover the creative process involved in developing characters, plotlines, and storyboards. Gain skills in digital drawing and coloring to bring your vision to life.

Key Learning Points

Learn the basics of comic book storytelling and character development
Explore different drawing techniques and tools for creating comic book art
Get hands-on experience with digital coloring and lettering
Discover tips and tricks for self-publishing your own comic book

Job Positions & Salaries of people who have taken this course might have

- USA: $50,000 - $100,000
- India: INR 3,00,000 - INR 7,00,000
- Spain: €20,000 - €30,000
- USA: $50,000 - $100,000
- India: INR 3,00,000 - INR 7,00,000
- Spain: €20,000 - €30,000
- USA: $40,000 - $80,000
- India: INR 2,50,000 - INR 5,00,000
- Spain: €18,000 - €25,000
- USA: $50,000 - $100,000
- India: INR 3,00,000 - INR 7,00,000
- Spain: €20,000 - €30,000
- USA: $40,000 - $80,000
- India: INR 2,50,000 - INR 5,00,000
- Spain: €18,000 - €25,000
- USA: $60,000 - $120,000
- India: INR 4,00,000 - INR 8,00,000
- Spain: €25,000 - €40,000

Learning Outcomes

Develop a unique story and characters for your comic book
Master digital drawing techniques and coloring
Learn how to self-publish and promote your comic book

Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course

Basic drawing and illustration skills
Access to digital drawing software and tools

Course Difficulty Level

Beginner

Course Format

Online self-paced course
Video lectures and demonstrations
Hands-on projects and assignments

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How to Draw Comics
Creating Comics

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Description

What you’ll achieve:

In this project-centered course*, you will create an original four page minicomic designed around a short story of your choosing. What you’ll need to get started: This project-centered course is designed for all-age learners (high school age and above, at least 13 years of age) who are interested in learning how to make a comic book, but have never completed one before. While comic books can be created with any kinds of materials, we recommend that learners have the following materials available to complete the project: at least one ream of 8.5x11 copy paper, #2 pencils and eraser, Sharpie-type fine point pens, ruler with inch measurements, and adjustable binding stapler. Learners should also have access to a printer and scanner (to facilitate digitizing work to be shared with peers on Coursera). *About Project-Centered Courses: Project-Centered Courses are designed to help you complete a personally meaningful real-world project, with your instructor and a community of learners with similar goals providing guidance and suggestions along the way. By actively applying new concepts as you learn, you’ll master the course content more efficiently; you’ll also get a head start on using the skills you gain to make positive changes in your life and career. When you complete the course, you’ll have a finished project that you’ll be proud to use and share.

Outline

Part 1 - Course Overview & Finding Your Great Idea
Introduction to Course
Materials
How to Complete This Project
Using MakingComics.com
Get your questions answered on the Comic Fuel Podcast
Part 1 Introduction
Interview with Comic Legend: Mark Waid
Part 1 Readings
The Humility Of The Artist
Introduction to Part 1 Assignment

Part 2: Writing Your Comic Script
Introduction to Part 2
Scripting Interview with Comics Legend: Mark Waid
Part 2 Readings
Taste vs. Ability
Introduction to Part 2 Assignment

Part 3: Thumbnails
Introduction to Part 3
Interview with Comic Artist/Educator Caleb Cleveland
Part 3 Readings
Introduction to Part 3 Assignment

Part 4: Penciling & Lettering
Introduction to Part 4
Interview with Comic Creator Eric Shanower
Part 4 Readings
Introduction to Part 4 Assignment

Part 5: Inking
Introduction to Part 5
Interview on Inking with Eric Shanower
Part 5 Readings
Introduction to Part 5 Assignment

Part 6: Putting Your Comic Together & Course Wrap-up
Introduction to Part 6
Interview on Publishing with Mark Waid
Part 6 Readings
Introduction to Part 6 Assignment
Exit Survey
Thank You!
Further Reccomendations
Course Credits

Summary of User Reviews

This course on making comic books has received positive reviews from many users. They appreciate the engaging content and the opportunity to learn about the various aspects of comic book creation. One key aspect that users found particularly good was the instructor's approachability and willingness to help. However, some users have mentioned that the course can be a bit slow-paced and may not provide as much in-depth information as they were hoping for.

Pros from User Reviews

Engaging content
Opportunity to learn about various aspects of comic book creation
Instructor is approachable and willing to help

Cons from User Reviews

Can be slow-paced
May not provide in-depth information
Could benefit from more hands-on exercises

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