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Cropping Comic Panels for Immersive Sequential Storytelling
In this lesson I'm going to show you how to crop the shots for your comic book sequences - so that you can make them even more immersive!
I'll share with you my favorite tricks for framing your scenes, as well as when to use them for maximum impact. Most comic artists just starting out don't even realize this mechanism for visual storytelling exists - but you're about to discover what a powerful addition it can be to your toolbox of techniques.

Clayton Barton
Nov 111 min read


Drawing Characters at Different Distances
In this lesson, we dive into drawing characters at different distances, with a laser focus on the art of simplification.
This isn't about just "drawing smaller" or leaving things out. It's a specific skill... where you know exactly what to leave out and what to keep in to maintain the essence of your character. Mastering this skill allows you to create those epic, expansive scenes without losing their identity.

Clayton Barton
Jun 291 min read


Drawing Backgrounds Behind Characters
In this lesson I'm going to show you exactly how I tackle backgrounds behind characters, in panels of any size, and view point.

Clayton Barton
Dec 26, 20241 min read


Secondary Establishing Shots
In this lesson I'll walk you through the process of sketching up Secondary Establishing Shots that draw readers in and get them immersed.

Clayton Barton
Dec 26, 20241 min read


Primary Establishing Shots
Establishing shots are an integral element to any scene change in a comic book - helping to reorientate the reader, and provide context.

Clayton Barton
Dec 26, 20241 min read


Drawing Figures In Perspective
In this tutorial you'll learn about drawing figures in perspective, as I show you how to combine characters and backgrounds into a scene.

Clayton Barton
Oct 31, 202410 min read

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