ILL 421: Making Comics II

A continuation of Making Comics, this course explores advanced aspects of writing and drawing one's own narratives in long-form sequential art. The focus is on honing individual approaches to storytelling, media, color, lettering and layout. Students will expand their knowledge of the comics canon by reading and discussing contemporary works. Students will synthesize initial exercises and assignments into a final long-form project. Self publishing and production techniques will also be introduced.