Our theme for the month of June is Coloring. In the Kids Comics Unite community, we're focusing on all aspects of coloring graphic novels: tools, resources, techniques, emotional impact, and practice. In our Studio program, we're hosting a coloring workshop with Rori de Rien …Read More
Have you ever wondered... How do you get started on a graphic novel when it's such a daunting endeavor? What process can you use to color your graphic novel quickly? What tools do professional graphic novelists use? Graphic novelist Joe Latham answers these questions in this video: Embrace Your …Read More
For this month’s challenge, we’re focusing on a daily practice that supports your creativity as a writer or artist. Whether it’s sketching, scripting, or even meditating, choosing one habit to cultivate every day can make a big difference in your work. Why Develop a Daily …Read More
What is the Bologna Book Fair? The Bologna Book Fair is the largest children's book fair in the world. If you love children's books, it's heaven. It's one giant lovefest for the art of illustrated storytelling. Everyone there is passionate about books and art and …Read More
What is visual narrative? Visual narrative in comics is how we communicate and engage an audience through visual storytelling. It can convey information at a glance, guide the eye, evoke emotions, and enact the senses to become an immersive experience. “a book is a little empathy …Read More
Have you ever wondered how traditional book publishers decide which books to acquire? https://youtu.be/DGH2HIZJn54?si=Bb4op4t8Xbw7n4M0 In a recent talk for Kids Comics Studio, I offered a quick overview of how book publishers decide which graphic novels to acquire. While it may initially seem complex, once you …Read More
There are a lot of questions about "Scriptwriting" within the Kids Comics Unite community. How is graphic novel scriptwriting similar and different from writing a prose manuscript? How is it similar and different from writing a movie script? To start off, I asked agent Janna …Read More
Elizabeth and Eric spend much of their time touring the country in their band Pocket Vinyl. Elizabeth creates large fantastical oil paintings on stage while Eric sings and plays music. In 2019 they beat the world record for playing shows in all 50 states …Read More
Young is a neurodivergent cartoonist, storyboard artist, and animator driven to draw stories from the heart. Having grown up in a multicultural Korean-Colombian family, Young grew a love for studying people, cultures, and stories from around the world. Young is currently developing a middle …Read More
After looking at the structural frameworks of comic strips, I became curious to hear from cartoonists who make them. This is part 1 of our 3-part series of interviews with comic strip creators! In each interview, I ask the same 5 questions. Let's dive in. …Read More