How to Draw Comic Book Style Faces in Sketchbook Pro 8

Course Overview

This course will provide students with an introduction to drawing comic book style faces in Sketchbook Pro 8. Students will learn how to draw a comic style male and female face from start to finish in a full frontal view. They will learn simple measurements to map out the face and make the drawing process much easier to accomplish. The course will also cover the use of layers, brushes, selection tools and many other features in this powerful program. Additionally, bonus lessons will teach students how to draw the faces in a side view and various angles. By the end of the course, students will have a strong fundamental knowledge of how to construct facial drawings and a better understanding of the tools within Sketchbook Pro 8 that help with this process.

[Applications]
Those who have completed this course in Sketchbook Pro 8 will have a strong fundamental knowledge of how to construct facial drawings and a better understanding of the tools within the program. They can apply this knowledge to create their own comic book style faces in Sketchbook Pro 8, as well as in other drawing programs. Additionally, they can use the techniques learned in this course to draw faces from various angles and in different views.

[Career Paths]
1. Comic Book Artist: Comic book artists create the illustrations and artwork for comic books. They are responsible for creating the characters, settings, and story elements that make up the comic book. They must be able to draw in a variety of styles and be able to work with a team of writers, editors, and other artists. Developing trends in this field include the use of digital tools and techniques to create artwork, as well as the use of 3D modeling and animation to create more dynamic visuals.

2. Graphic Designer: Graphic designers create visual concepts to communicate ideas and messages. They use a variety of design elements such as color, typography, and imagery to create designs that are both aesthetically pleasing and effective. Developing trends in this field include the use of interactive design, motion graphics, and user experience design to create more engaging visuals.

3. Illustrator: Illustrators create illustrations for books, magazines, advertisements, and other publications. They must be able to create illustrations that accurately convey the message of the text and be able to work with a team of writers, editors, and other artists. Developing trends in this field include the use of digital tools and techniques to create artwork, as well as the use of 3D modeling and animation to create more dynamic visuals.

4. Concept Artist: Concept artists create concept art for video games, movies, and other media. They must be able to create artwork that accurately conveys the vision of the project and be able to work with a team of writers, editors, and other artists. Developing trends in this field include the use of digital tools and techniques to create artwork, as well as the use of 3D modeling and animation to create more dynamic visuals.

[Education Paths]
1. Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Illustration: A BFA in Illustration is a great way to learn the fundamentals of drawing and illustration, as well as the technical skills needed to create comic book style art. This degree path will also provide you with the opportunity to explore other areas of art, such as painting, sculpture, and digital media. Developing trends in this field include the use of digital tools and techniques, as well as the exploration of new mediums and techniques.

2. Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Animation: A BA in Animation is a great way to learn the fundamentals of animation, as well as the technical skills needed to create comic book style art. This degree path will also provide you with the opportunity to explore other areas of art, such as 3D modeling, motion graphics, and visual effects. Developing trends in this field include the use of virtual reality and augmented reality, as well as the exploration of new mediums and techniques.

3. Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in Comics and Graphic Novels: An MFA in Comics and Graphic Novels is a great way to learn the fundamentals of comics and graphic novels, as well as the technical skills needed to create comic book style art. This degree path will also provide you with the opportunity to explore other areas of art, such as writing, storytelling, and digital media. Developing trends in this field include the use of digital tools and techniques, as well as the exploration of new mediums and techniques.

4. Master of Arts (MA) in Digital Arts: An MA in Digital Arts is a great way to learn the fundamentals of digital art, as well as the technical skills needed to create comic book style art. This degree path will also provide you with the opportunity to explore other areas of art, such as 3D modeling, motion graphics, and visual effects. Developing trends in this field include the use of virtual reality and augmented reality, as well as the exploration of new mediums and techniques.