In this lesson, instructor George Pratt will share with you the layouts and thought processes behind some of his most iconic graphic novels. You will learn about George’s journey while working in the industry; that includes the lessons he has learned and the scenarios that inspired his graphic novels. Then, George will demonstrate how traditional tools influence his ideation process and allows him to experiment freely on the page.

This lesson belongs to Comics 1: Intro to Sequential Art. In this 12-week course, renowned comic and fine artist George Pratt will teach you the fundamentals of comics and sequential art. You will learn how to turn a story into a visual narrative. George will demonstrate how to make layouts and breakdown sketches, the key components to composing a story. He will lecture on the foundational elements that are the building blocks of a comic book page. You will examine the work of master comic illustrators as George lectures on their techniques. After this course, you will have developed the knowledge to start telling compelling visual stories.

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

Comics 1: Intro to Sequential Art Companion Guide