As regular readers will attest to, I frequently blog about the in-class demonstrations of how the process happens when creating a cartoon. I know of no better example to set than seeing the direct unfolding of an idea into concept sketch to refinement and then publication. It's an invaluable asset to see firsthand a spontaneous exercise in linear perspective evolve into a finished drawing, in addition to the instigating idea.
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| "Put your mind in the gutter" |
And anyone who has ever taken one of my classes knows, my approach to teaching drawing is built upon the idea that creating the convincing illusion of depth on the pictorial plane usually involves perspective (linear + atmospheric). And so many of the initial exercises in Beginning focuses on learning how to see and utilize the visual cues such as foreshortening, overlapping elements and so on.
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| 18x24" newsprint demo done on site |
And there was a serious, philosophical dimension to consider here as well - very much a part of the creative process. Meaning, what quote would make an appropriate caption? Spoiler: turns out didn't need one. Honorable mentions: "obviously you're not a golfer Alaskan, "Mark it zero,: Mark it eight, Dude," OVER THE LINE," "I'm thrownin' rocks tonite! Mark it, Dude," and lastly the top personal pick: "Strikes and gutters, ups and downs."
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| Line art, value study, and digital color |
On a final note, the absolute pinnacle of experience comes with these special show & tells where the concept is literally illustrated by demonstrating how reality can be inspiring, and dovetail quite nicely with making stuff up - believably.
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| Creating Comics summer session camp at UAF |
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