GRAPHIC NOVEL KIT
‘Graphic Novels’, Mangas, Webcomics, Comic Books -whatever you call them , the idea is the same. A story told, not just with words, but also with pictures. Plainly said: ‘A picture story with annotations’. While this is a very simplified definition it’s a great overview of the concept. The first Comics were created in the 1840s in Switzerland, and they have grown in popularity since then; beginning with early examples like ‘Naruto’ (Manga, 1999), ‘The Amazing Spiderman‘ (Marvel, 1962), the first Batman Stories (1939, DC).
Within this kit:
1 x pack Story Dice
1x Drawing Pen
1x Tablet (with pre-installed software)
Resource links from the packs
You can use any tablet with a stylus/pen or work on paper and photograph your drawings to make the digital version. If you have a tablet some free software suggestions are-
For tablets (IOS/ Android) Sketchbook
For laptops/ desktops Krita
To edit photos of your drawings together – PicCollage
There are lots of other options – experiment with different software until you find one that suits you.
Inspirational People
Jean Giraud
Jean Giraud (Moebius)- Under the pen name “Moebius”, Jean Giraud was an amazing French artist and writer. His work spanned several creative areas, such as poster design, comic illustration, concept art for film and
video games, and storyboarding for films like “Alien” and “The Fifth Element”. He has inspired many artists to this day.
Inspirational Novel
Nimona
“Nimona” was created by the cartoonist ND Stevenson. The title character is a shapeshifter who helps a disgraced knight who wants to destroy the over-controlling “Institute”. These
two characters contrast greatly against each other. The inspiring part is within the analysis of the title character, Nimona. Their form is always changing but is always indefinable as Nimona.
Want to learn more?
Follow these links to discover more about Graphic Novels.
