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Make a Mini Comic: Writing, Penciling, and Inking

A course by Aaron Renier , Cartoonist and Illustrator

Cartoonist and Illustrator. Green Bay, United States.
Joined October 2021

Discover how to make a mini comic. This course combines drawing, storytelling, and book production to share your unique worldview.

Best seller
100% positive reviews (10)
978 students
Audio: English, Spanish
English · Spanish · Portuguese · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch

Discover how to make a mini comic. This course combines drawing, storytelling, and book production to share your unique worldview.

Dive into the world of comics from an analog perspective, using pen and ink to bring your stories to life. This course is designed for those who wish to immerse themselves in the art of visual storytelling, from character conception to the creation of settings. You will learn to build engaging narratives and shape your ideas with drawing techniques honed over the years. The instructor, with extensive industry experience, will guide you through each step, sharing tips and tricks to enhance your skills. Additionally, you will work on a final project consisting of creating a comic on a single sheet of paper, which will transform into a book when folded.

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What will you learn in this online course?

13 lessons & 19 downloads

Ink Practice
16 minutes, 27 seconds
Creating a Quick Story
6 minutes, 31 seconds
Character Design
16 minutes, 1 second
Inking the Comic
13 minutes, 44 seconds
Adding Color in Photoshop
13 minutes, 21 seconds
  • 100% positive reviews (10)
  • 978 students
  • 13 lessons (2h 10m)
  • 19 additional resources (7 files)
  • Online and at your own pace
  • Available on the app
  • Audio: English, Spanish
  • English · Spanish · Portuguese · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch
  • Level: Beginner
  • Unlimited access forever

What is this course's project?

You will create a comic on a single sheet of paper that will become a small book when folded.

Who is this online course for?

This course is aimed at comic and drawing enthusiasts who wish to explore new forms of artistic expression. Whether you're a beginner or have some experience, the techniques taught are accessible and adaptable to all levels. If you're passionate about storytelling and want to learn how to do it visually, this course is perfect for you. Creativity and a willingness to experiment are your best allies on this adventure.

Requirements and materials

No extensive prior knowledge is needed. You will only need paper, pencil, ink, a brush, and an open mind to explore new creative possibilities.


Reviews

978 Students
10 Reviews
100% Positive ratings

Aaron Renier

A course by Aaron Renier

Teacher Plus
Cartoonist and Illustrator

With years of experience in the comic world, the instructor has worked both in independent comic creation and larger editorial projects. His focus is on visual storytelling and creativity, always seeking to inspire his students to explore new ways of storytelling. He has participated in multiple conventions and workshops, sharing his passion for drawing and storytelling with a wide audience.


Content

  • U1

    Introduction

    • About Me
    • Influences
  • U2

    Preparation and Practice

    • The Materials
    • Ink Practice
    • Jam Comics
  • U3

    Creating a World

    • Creating a Quick Story
    • Character Design
    • The First Draft and Folding Pattern
    • Penciling the Final Draft
    • Inking the Comic
  • U4

    Completing the Comic

    • Reproduction
    • Adding Color in Photoshop
    • Personal Testimonies
  • FP

    Final project

    • Make a Mini Comic: Writing, Penciling, and Inking

What to expect from a Domestika course

  • Learn at your own pace

    Enjoy learning from home without a set schedule and with an easy-to-follow method. You set your own pace.

  • Learn from the best professionals

    Learn valuable methods and techniques explained by top experts in the creative sector.

  • Meet expert teachers

    Each expert teaches what they do best, with clear guidelines, true passion, and professional insight in every lesson.

  • Certificates
    Plus

    If you're a Plus member, get a custom certificate signed by your teacher for every course. Share it on your portfolio, social media, or wherever you like.

  • Get front-row seats

    Videos of the highest quality, so you don't miss a single detail. With unlimited access, you can watch them as many times as you need to perfect your technique.

  • Share knowledge and ideas

    Ask questions, request feedback, or offer solutions. Share your learning experience with other students in the community who are as passionate about creativity as you are.

  • Connect with a global creative community

    The community is home to millions of people from around the world who are curious and passionate about exploring and expressing their creativity.

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    Domestika curates its teacher roster and produces every course in-house to ensure a high-quality online learning experience.


FAQs

Domestika's courses are online classes that provide you with the tools and skills you need to complete a specific project. Every step of the project combines video lessons with complementary instructional material, so you can learn by doing. Domestika's courses also allow you to share your own projects with the teacher and with other students, creating a dynamic course community.

All courses are 100% online, so once they're published, courses start and finish whenever you want. You set the pace of the class. You can go back to review what interests you most and skip what you already know, ask questions, answer questions, share your projects, and more.

The courses are divided into different units. Each one includes lessons, informational text, tasks, and practice exercises to help you carry out your project step by step, with additional complementary resources and downloads. You'll also have access to an exclusive forum where you can interact with the teacher and with other students, as well as share your work and your course project, creating a community around the course.

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Make a Mini Comic: Writing, Penciling, and Inking . Illustration course by Aaron Renier Best seller

Make a Mini Comic: Writing, Penciling, and Inking

A course by Aaron Renier
Cartoonist and Illustrator. Green Bay, United States.
Joined October 2021
  • 100% positive reviews (10)
  • 978 students