Comic Class
A Lesson in Comics from Spider-Man's First Appearance
From giant hands to blocked lines of sight, Steve Ditko was the king of comic framing.
Learn How to Introduce Your Comic Characters with a Bang
A tip from the pros: never write dull character introductions.
A Comic Artist Talks Narrative Framing Around a Single Page
A comic industry pro talks voyeurism, framing a page, and color composition.
Learn How to Craft a Feeling of Isolation in Comics
Panel layout and attention to detail are key in conveying important messages in your comics.
Everything in Its Right Place: Comic Book Panel Blocking 101
This week’s comics masterclass focuses on how to layout panels for maximum effect.
How to Heighten Dread in Comics—the 'Spider-Man' Way
This week’s ‘Strip Panel Naked’ video examines growing dread in a classic 'Spider-Man' comic.
Dissecting the Classic 9-Panel Grid in Comics
The newest ‘Strip Panel Naked’ video talks about the importance of pacing in comics.
Improve Your Comics by "Distancing the Narrative"
The newest 'Strip Panel Naked' video teaches the importance of keeping the reader at bay.
Learn How Comic Book Artists Use Color as Subtext
YouTube series 'Strip Panel Naked' is back with another illustrative lesson to focus on color in comics.