We are thrilled to announce our schedule of summer art camps. These classes will present unique concepts, processes and methods for creating comic books. 

All classes are half-day, open for students rising into grades 6-12 and will be held at our southside Savannah Clubhouse location (1116 E. Montgomery Cross Rd Savannah, GA 31406). All classes have a minimum size of 8 students. If that minimum is not reached, the course will be canceled and fees refunded.

Comic Art Careers

• One Session: June 26-30
• Weekdays from 1:30PM - 5:00PM
• Class size: 8-12 
• Cost: $300

Register: https://zfrmz.com/2LhDLr17Oym072a0YRNQ

Note: The July 17-21 session has been canceled.

This one-week seminar focuses on the technical aspects of working in the comic book industry. Each day covers a different topic, including the four main principles of comic art (penciling, inking, coloring and lettering) as well as related topics such as anatomy, perspective and dynamic page layouts. Camp includes individualized student critiques or reviews from working comic artists. Basic art supplies (pencils, pens, paper etc) are provided at the studio.

Takeaways: Custom sketch book, 10 comic books, class notes, 12-page original comic featuring the student’s work.

Zines & Mini Comics

• One Session: June 26-30, 2023
• Weekdays from 9:00AM - 12:30PM
• Class size: 8-12 
  
• Cost: $275

Register: https://zfrmz.com/LbElGDYbabj4i1YlqP0x

Zines and mini-comics are an inexpensive, effective medium to convey short stories, political opinions, satire and fandom. This course focuses on the history of zines and zine making techniques on a budget. The class will examine self-published works and students will develop a minimum of 3 different zine concepts during the week, one of which will be created in multiples. Basic art supplies (pencils, pens, paper etc) are provided at the studio.

Takeaways: Custom sketch book, 10 comic books/zines, class notes, 3+ self-produced zines plus multiples.

Storytelling Through Comics - Canceled

Note: This track has been canceled for 2023.

Over the course of this one-week seminar, students will learn the basics of storytelling through sequential art. This includes development of concept, plot, pacing, conflict and resolution. Note: This class focuses on crafting stories, not art style or technical skills. Basic art supplies (pencils, pens, paper etc) are provided at the studio.

Takeaways: Custom sketch book, 10 comic books, class notes, 12-page original comic featuring the student’s work.