Graphic Storytelling and Illustration This is a great opportunity for young illustrators and writers to turn their stories and doodles into an actual comic book of short graphic novel!Participants will create their very own graphic novel or comic strip from start to finish! This class will explore creative writing, story boarding, illustration, bookbinding and more! Students will learn a variety of basic illustration techniques including character design, backgrounds, and comic effects, and will end by designing their covers and binding their finished novels.

Recommended age range: 7-13 years

Time: 1:45-3:00pm

Dates:  Thursdays 11/7, 11/14, 11/21, 12/5, 12/12, 12/19 *Please note, there is no class on 11/28, because of Thanksgiving.

Instructor: Melissa Olson