Wizard How to Draw: Storytelling
Wizard How to Draw: Storytelling is a digital PDF guide to comic storytelling fundamentals. This 124-page English-language publication collects lessons from Wizard: The Comics Magazine and is available as an instant download.
The book presents practical instruction on pacing, page layout, group dynamics, comic scripts, and storytelling technique. It includes lessons and advice from recognized comic creators featured in the source publication.
Book Overview
Wizard How to Draw: Storytelling brings together 15 years of award-winning art lessons from Wizard: The Comics Magazine. The publication focuses on the foundations of visual storytelling and the craft decisions involved in building comic pages.
Its material includes step-by-step lessons, actual comic scripts, guidance for handling multiple characters, and professional tips from more than 30 creators. Contributors named in the publication include Joe Kubert, George Pérez, Mike Wieringo, Gary Frank, Terry Dodson, Phil Hester, Brian Michael Bendis, Robert Kirkman, Ed Brubaker, and others.
Category: Comic. Authoring and publication credit is attributed to Wizard Entertainment.
What You’ll Discover Inside
- Storytelling fundamentals presented through lessons from Wizard: The Comics Magazine.
- Guidance on pacing and laying out comic pages.
- Step-by-step instructional material from Joe Kubert, George Pérez, Mike Wieringo, Gary Frank, Terry Dodson, Phil Hester, and others.
- Training based on actual comic scripts by Brian Michael Bendis, Robert Kirkman, and Ed Brubaker.
- Advice on managing group dynamics, from the Avengers to the X-Men.
- Professional tips from more than 30 comic creators, including Mark Bagley, David Finch, Keith Giffen, and Gene Ha.
Why This Book Matters
Wizard How to Draw: Storytelling documents the instructional approach associated with a major comics magazine and gathers material from a wide range of comic professionals.
For aspiring comic book creators, the publication offers a focused reference on storytelling, pacing, page composition, scripts, and scenes involving multiple characters. Its archival value also comes from preserving lessons and creator advice published through Wizard.
Book Details
| Title | WIZARD HOW TO DRAW: STORYTELLING |
|---|---|
| Author | Wizard Entertainment |
| Publisher | Gareb Shamus Enterprises, Inc., D.B.A. Wizard Entertainment |
| Publication Date | June 2006 |
| Copyright | 2008 Gareb Shamus Enterprises |
| Edition | Special publication |
| Imprint Location | Congers, NY |
| ISBN | 0-9778613-0-08 |
| Language | English |
| Pages | 124 |
| Format | |
| File Size | 119.9 MB |
| File Size Bytes | 125676728 |
| Printed In | Canada |
| Editorial Credits | Pat McCallum, Mike Searle, Steve Blackwell, Sean T. Collins, Brian Cunningham, Joe Yanarella, Mel Caylo, Andrew Kardon, Alejandro Arbona, Brent Fishbaugh, Andy Serwin, Daniel Reilly, and others |
| Contributors | Gene Ha, Angela Hanson, Phil Jimenez, Kelley Jones, Jairo Leon, Steve Lieber, Doug Mahnke, Terry Moore, David Paggi, Kiel Phegley, and Michael Turner |
| Cover Artists | Terry Dodson, Rachel Dodson & Jason Keith |
| Back Cover Artists | Mike Wieringo, Joe Kubert, Eduardo Risso |
Device Compatibility
This is a digital PDF download, and no physical copy will be shipped. Access is available after purchase through the digital delivery process.
The file works with appropriate Kindle apps, tablets, desktop computers, mobile devices, and compatible reading apps that support PDF files. Device features may vary by application.
FAQ
When can I access the book?
Access is available after purchase, with instant download delivery for the digital file.
Will I receive a physical copy?
No. This product is a digital PDF download, so there is no physical shipping.
Which devices support the format?
The PDF can be opened with compatible Kindle apps, tablets, desktop computers, mobile devices, and reading apps.
Download Wizard How to Draw: Storytelling for focused reference on comic storytelling, pacing, page layout, and creator instruction.
Verified Bibliographic Details
| Page Count | 124 |
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| File Type | |
| Special Publication Of | Gareb Shamus Enterprises, Inc., D.B.A. Wizard Entertainment |
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