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Learn how to tell a compelling story with short-form comics.
Level up your comic skills from an expert! Learn from comic artist David Reddick about how to jump start your comic making. David Reddick is an American comic artist and painter who works on syndicated comics like "Blondie" and "Garfield," and also on his own strips "Legend of Bill" and "Intelligent Life." This will be all about covering the basics, getting inspired and seeing how you can create your own comics for yourself, or for others to see! Registration recommended. All ages. No experience required! All materials will be provided.
This workshop is all about inclusivity and accessibility - the fact that, through this incredibly accessible medium, anyone and everyone can make comics about literally anything they want, expressing themselves in all their uniqueness and individuality, while also processing this fast-paced, busy world - one panel at a time. We will discuss how easy it is to make your own comics, as well as how to create your own characters, come up with ideas, the tools you can use, formats, and different genres. There will also be discussion in terms of both traditional and digital tools.
About teaching artist David Reddick
With over 25 years of experience as a professional cartoonist, David Reddick has made significant contributions to the world of comics. Beyond his role as an artist on the “Blondie” comics team, distributed by King Features Syndicate, David has showcased his talents by writing and drawing for renowned titles such as Garfield, Popeye, Flash Gordon and Star Trek, and for publishers and clients such as CBS Studios, Paramount Pictures, Roddenberry Entertainment, NCAA, Scholastic’s New York Times Upfront, IDW Publishing, Tokyopop, Lightspeed Fine Art and Titan Publishing in the UK, to name a few.
In addition to these accomplishments, David is the creative force behind two of his own syndicated comics, “Legend of Bill” and “Intelligent Life,” both featured through King Features Syndicate. His creative prowess extends beyond comics, encompassing work in comic books, manga, publishing and animation. David has also left his mark on editorial illustration and cartoon projects for various newspaper chains.
Beyond cartoons, David Reddick is a versatile artist who demonstrates his finesse in fine art. His paintings have been exhibited in galleries and museums across Indiana, Florida, Michigan, England, and France, showcasing the depth and diversity of his artistic talents.
AGE GROUP: | Older Adults | Middle School | High School | Families | All Ages | Adults | 6-11 | 0-5 |
EVENT TYPE: | Ignite Program |
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