Developing an American-Style Comic Book Cover

[New Masters Academy]

In this lesson, instructor Daxiong Guo will demonstrate making an American-style comic book cover. You will learn how to create thumbnails to help you conceptualize the image. Daxiong will create a pencil drawing utilizing specifically American-style characters made for this storyline. He will also show you how he uses the story characteristics to create a backdrop for his cover page.

This lesson belongs to Character Development for Comics and Illustration. In this 11-week course, illustrator Daxiong Guo will introduce you to his process of character development. You will learn how to conceptualize different stories and styles in illustration and comic art. Daxiong will demonstrate how to develop characters in a variety of styles, introducing you to the characteristics and lore of each. He will cover fantasy style, American comics, and traditional Asian illustration. Through this course, you will learn how to create your own characters in a range of styles to be prepared for any illustration project.

Throughout this course, you’ll have access to the NMA community for feedback and critiques to improve your work as you progress.

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