Creating a Comic from Start to Finish
An 11-part course with Eric Ronin
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Greetings all, my name is Eric! For many years I've been an aspiring comic artist, but on the side I have tried to pass on any knowledge I have gained to those who also wish to join the wonderful world of comics! I'm tired of many books and videos, for... View ProfileDetails
- Total Time 2 hr, 32 min
- Lessons 11
- Attachments 20
- Exercises 28
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82 CQ
11 Lessons in This Course
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13 minFREEWriting lesson 1Free7 CQ
In the first lesson of this course on making comics, artist Eric Ronin explains two methods for writing a comic—three-act cards and the Marvel method.
with Eric RoninIn the first lesson of this course on making comics, artist Eric Ronin explains two methods for writing a comic—three-act cards and the Marvel method.
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18 minWriting lesson 210 CQ
Before drawing comes writing. In this lesson, pro artist Eric Ronin explains how to write a character for a comic book story that will interest readers.
with Eric RoninBefore drawing comes writing. In this lesson, pro artist Eric Ronin explains how to write a character for a comic book story that will interest readers.
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17 minWriting lesson 39 CQ
Comics artist Eric Ronin offers tips and tricks for creating a comic book script, with a focus on formatting the script specifically for a comic.
with Eric RoninComics artist Eric Ronin offers tips and tricks for creating a comic book script, with a focus on formatting the script specifically for a comic.
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17 minAesthetic lesson 49 CQ
In this lesson, find out what tools and materials are needed to make comics, both digitally and through traditional methods using pen and ink.
with Eric RoninIn this lesson, find out what tools and materials are needed to make comics, both digitally and through traditional methods using pen and ink.
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8 minCartooning lesson 55 CQ
So you want to make comic characters? In this lesson, Eric Ronin shares pro tips and tricks for making your amazing characters, from clothing to colors.
with Eric RoninSo you want to make comic characters? In this lesson, Eric Ronin shares pro tips and tricks for making your amazing characters, from clothing to colors.
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8 minCartooning lesson 65 CQ
Comic book artist Eric Ronin shows you the very simple process of planning comic panel layouts in this lesson, starting with basic flow and initial sketches.
with Eric RoninComic book artist Eric Ronin shows you the very simple process of planning comic panel layouts in this lesson, starting with basic flow and initial sketches.
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13 minAesthetic lesson 77 CQ
In this lesson, professional comic book artist demonstrates how to pencil a comic book page. Get penciling tips and shop talk from a seasoned pro!
with Eric RoninIn this lesson, professional comic book artist demonstrates how to pencil a comic book page. Get penciling tips and shop talk from a seasoned pro!
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10 minDrawing lesson 86 CQ
It's the lesson you've been waiting for: inking! Eric Ronin demonstrates his inking process and shares some shop talk and tricks of the trade.
with Eric RoninIt's the lesson you've been waiting for: inking! Eric Ronin demonstrates his inking process and shares some shop talk and tricks of the trade.
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17 minCartooning lesson 99 CQ
In this lesson I show how to clean up your comic pages and add some colors to them!
with Eric RoninIn this lesson I show how to clean up your comic pages and add some colors to them!
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13 minAesthetic lesson 107 CQ
Discover the art of lettering a page! We're talking word balloons, thought bubbles, and captions. Plus, get tips on balancing image and text in sequential art.
with Eric RoninDiscover the art of lettering a page! We're talking word balloons, thought bubbles, and captions. Plus, get tips on balancing image and text in sequential art.
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14 minWriting lesson 118 CQ
In this lesson, comic book artist Eric Ronin talks publishing. Find out about the many options for publishing a comic and sharing it with the world!
with Eric RoninIn this lesson, comic book artist Eric Ronin talks publishing. Find out about the many options for publishing a comic and sharing it with the world!
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34 minFREEAesthetic lessonFree18 CQ
Interested in creating a manga or comic? In this lesson, walk through Manga Studio's key features, including panel creation, perspective rulers, and materials!
with Eric RoninInterested in creating a manga or comic? In this lesson, walk through Manga Studio's key features, including panel creation, perspective rulers, and materials!
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9 minFREEDrawing lessonFree5 CQ
Learn the basics of laying out word balloons in this lesson from comic artist Eric Ronin as he demonstrates some examples of basic word balloon types.
with Eric RoninLearn the basics of laying out word balloons in this lesson from comic artist Eric Ronin as he demonstrates some examples of basic word balloon types.
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17 minDrawing lesson9 CQ
In this lesson, comic artist Eric Ronin shares pen nibs and brushes commonly used for inking comics, and explains how to get familiar with them.
with Eric RoninIn this lesson, comic artist Eric Ronin shares pen nibs and brushes commonly used for inking comics, and explains how to get familiar with them.
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13 minAdobe Suite lesson7 CQ
Learn how to import your comic into Photoshop and Manga Studio, and review features available for cleaning up your page, adding tones, and word balloons.
with Eric RoninLearn how to import your comic into Photoshop and Manga Studio, and review features available for cleaning up your page, adding tones, and word balloons.
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1369 min13-part Cartooning course40 CQ
Do you love drawing fun and adorable animals, and want to learn some new techniques? In this course for young artists, Cartooning4Kids demonstrates each step to sketching goofy cartoon creatures.
with Cartooning4KidsDo you love drawing fun and adorable animals, and want to learn some new techniques? In this course for young artists, Cartooning4Kids demonstrates each step to sketching goofy cartoon creatures.
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26107 min26-part Cartooning course68 CQ
Who could be more charming than a retro cartoon mom with red lipstick, or more embarrassing than a nerdy cartoon dad? In this course, learn how to draw the classic cartoon characters you know so well.
with Christopher HartWho could be more charming than a retro cartoon mom with red lipstick, or more embarrassing than a nerdy cartoon dad? In this course, learn how to draw the classic cartoon characters you know so well.
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11152 min11-part Cartooning course82 CQ
Want to write, script, illustrate, and even publish your own comic? A professional comic book artist shares his creative process.
with Eric RoninWant to write, script, illustrate, and even publish your own comic? A professional comic book artist shares his creative process.
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560 min5-part Cartooning course32 CQ
If you're inspired by comics, join this course to learn how to create expressive characters and comic book elements. Review facial expressions, animation, turnaround sheets, and more.
If you're inspired by comics, join this course to learn how to create expressive characters and comic book elements. Review facial expressions, animation, turnaround sheets, and more.
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14159 min14-part Cartooning course86 CQ
In this course, comic creator Jose M presents manga-inspired storytelling and drawing techniques. Learn about plot and character development, panels and speech bubbles, and drawing basic characters.
with Jose MojicaIn this course, comic creator Jose M presents manga-inspired storytelling and drawing techniques. Learn about plot and character development, panels and speech bubbles, and drawing basic characters.