Superheroine Illustration for Comic Books
A course by Afua Richardson , Comic Book Illustrator & Writer
Learn how to illustrate inspiring female superheroes from scratch by exploring a variety of drawing techniques
Afua Richardson, an award-winning comic book illustrator, musician, and writer, invites you to unleash your creativity and learn how to design the ultimate female superhero from scratch. Known for her work on Black Panther: World of Wakanda, X-MEN, and Batman, Afua's expertise lays in conceptualizing and designing relatable and iconic female characters.
In this online course, Afua guides you through her process for creating a female superhero, from developing the concept to illustrating the final touches. Learn how to draw the silhouette, anatomy, and poses of your character, as well as how to express personality within your drawing.
What will you learn in this online course?
14 lessons & 26 downloads
- 10 students
- 14 lessons (2h 49m)
- 26 additional resources (14 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: English, German, Spanish (Latam), French, Indonesian, Italian, Dutch, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Turkish
- Spanish · English · Portuguese · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch · Turkish · Romanian · Indonesian
- Level: Beginner
- Unlimited access forever
Recommended software & tools for this course
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe PhotoshopWhat is this course's project?
Illustrate a female protagonist from scratch.
Who is this online course for?
This course is for anyone who wants to expand their drawing abilities.
Requirements and materials
Basic drawing skills are helpful, but not necessary.
All you need are some basic art supplies and a retouching software like Clip Studio or Procreate.
Afua Richardson
A course by Afua Richardson
Afua Njoki Richardson is an American comic book illustrator and writer and an Eisner Award–winning artist, best known for her work on Marvel’s Black Panther: World of Wakanda. With over 20 years of experience in the comic book industry, her work powerfully weaves together her African American and Indigenous heritage through illustration, fashion, and visual storytelling.
Her career spans both page and screen, with contributions to projects such as Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse and HBO’s Emmy-winning series Lovecraft Country. Beyond illustration, Afua is also a writer, voice actor, musician, vocalist, game design consultant, and public speaker, with a strong focus on educational, scientific, and academic communities worldwide.
She is currently developing her creator-owned series Aquarius: The Book of Mer. Drawing from a family background rooted in science and military service, alongside her artistic career and passion for cultural studies, Afua brings a distinctive perspective to education, communication, and innovation in the arts. Born in New York City, she currently lives in Illinois.
Content
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U1
Introduction
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About Me
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Influences
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U2
Preparation
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Tools and Materials
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Ideation and Brainstorming
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Drawing Methodology
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U3
Concept Design of a Character
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Concept Design
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Anatomy Exaggeration
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Personality
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Silhouettes and Costumes
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U4
Digital Finishing
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Clean Up
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Creating a Color Palette
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Color and Value
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U5
Once You Have Your Character
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Develop a Story
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Working as a Character Designer
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FP
Final project
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Superheroine Illustration for Comic Books
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What to expect from a Domestika course
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Learn at your own pace
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Learn from the best professionals
Learn valuable methods and techniques explained by top experts in the creative sector.
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Meet expert teachers
Each expert teaches what they do best, with clear guidelines, true passion, and professional insight in every lesson.
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Certificates
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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.
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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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