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One Day Seminar | May 18, 2013 | Paolo Rivera
Master Seminar with Paolo Rivera:
The Art of Design and Comic Book Storytelling
Eisner Award-winning artist and painter Paolo Rivera (Daredevil) teaches how to use design techniques—from script to finished page—to create more intense, dynamic, and thrilling comics. Recommended for artists and writers alike. This one-day-only seminar is offered ONE TIME ONLY, so don't miss it!
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7 Week Online Course | Starts Jun 3, 2013 | Chris Sotomayor
Advanced Comic
Book Coloring
Covering everything from how to customize paint brushes, deal more in-depth with layers and special effects, create time-saving Photoshop Actions, customizing your palette, enhancing your experimental styles, and increasing your over all skill level, this seven week course with Chris Sotomayor is packed with insider information, tricks, and tools!
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6 Week Online Course | Starts Aug 7, 2013 | Andy Schmidt
Introduction to
Comic Book Writing
Learn how to craft a comic book story, create great characters, the in's and out's of the industry and tips for breaking in—all from one of the industry's leading professional writers and editors.
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6 Week Online Course | Starts Aug 1, 2013 | Robert Atkins
Introduction to
Comic Book Art
Join professional penciler Robert Atkins (G.I. Joe, Snake Eyes, Amazing Spider-Man) as he takes you through everything you need to know about comic book storytelling in this dynamic six-week class. You'll improve your penciling and storytelling skills and learn how to achieve your comic career goals!
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Get Serious. Make Comics. Break In.
Join our exclusive Creators Workshop community and gain access to:
Critiques from the Pros
You'll have your work critiqued by fellow writers and artists – plus professional comic book writers, artists and editors.
Monthly Meetings
We meet live, online once a month to discuss the nuts and bolts of the craft and business of comics.
Forum Access
Creators Workshop members have access to our private forums, where you can receive feedback and discuss the industry in a fun, stress-free and flame-free environment.
Learn more about our courses and the Creators Workshop community!
Comics Experience instructors and faculty are
active members of the comics industry.
Through our Creators Workshop and Online Comic Courses, you'll be working with the best.
Andy Schmidt
Former Senior Editor at IDW, former Editor at Marvel, Writer
Robert Atkins
Rob Anderson
Nicole Boose
Paul Allor
Dave Sharpe
Chuck Dixon
Mike Malve
Gannon Beck
Mike Siglain
Chris Sotomayor
Kevin Lacoste"Working with Andy was a real pleasure! He's both friendly and professional. But best of all, he's knowledgeable, creative, and understands how to tell a great story! I'd be happy to work with him again! Excelsior!"
Stan Lee, Creator of Spider-Man, X-Men, Fantastic Four, The Incredible Hulk, Iron Man, Thor, and The Avengers
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