1. Comics Cartooning is an art form

2. What is a comic strip? A comic strip is a sequence of cartoons that tells a story, often humorous, though action-adventure, science fiction and soap opera-like dramas are also popular. Strips are written and drawn by a comics artist or cartoonist, and many are published on a recurring basis – usually daily or weekly – in newspapers and on the internet.

3. Roy Lichtenstein madecomics into fine art…

5. Graphic Novels

6. Single Blocks

15. Assignment: Identify a memory from your trip to Stokes that helped to develop a connection between you and the group. Sketch the characters involved in the event Sketch the setting for the event Create a catchy title for the comic strip that tells the main idea of the event Write a brief description of the event – think in terms of word bubbles Design a header that will include your title Divide your space into blocks Draw your strip, outline in marker, color with colored pencil

16. Requirements: Your comic must include yourself and at least one other person The combination of your images and words should clearly explain the event to the viewer You must have a minimum of 5 blocks to tell your story