AAST 173 - Introduction to Sequential Illustration: Serial Comic Strips

FC ARHU CD

4 credits
An introduction to the art, creation, and production of serial panel comics. The course will focus on effectively writing with pictures; clarity and persuasion, efficient use of frames and transitions, designing distinct and recognizable characters, making effective choices to direct the flow and intensity, and a general understanding of best practices and working methods. Students acquire a basic understanding of relevant historical context; contemporary equivalents; and conceptual evolutions inspired by changes in technology. Stories and artworks may have conventional and non-conventional plots and forms, and utilize a variety of materials, analog and digital. Field trip(s) required.

This course is cross-listed with ARST-173