Postgraduate certificate Comic Illustration

Comic book design is strongly linked to the technique of illustration. The new technological media are transforming the work of professionals who are dedicated to these creations, so this program aims to give students the tools to achieve their own style as comic book artists and illustrators. This program is designed to specialize professionals in this field. This qualification will enable the professional to carry out their daily work with rigor.

University certificate

duration

6 weeks

Modality

Online

Schedule

At your own pace

Exams

Online

start date

Credits

6 ECTS

financing up to

3 months

Price(first year)

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The world's largest faculty of design”

Introduction to the Program

Design professionals must continue learning throughout their employment to adapt to new developments in the field"

The Postgraduate certificate in Comic Illustration is designed to guide the professional of design, graphic arts and other related areas in all aspects related to this field.

Creativity is one of the most developed facets in the comic designer, since it is this ability that will make them stand out from other professionals, especially in a field that is booming. In this course, students will learn about drawing as a creative and narrative tool, the composition of visual elements in space, style and aesthetic resources. Elements that will help you gain confidence in your work and create quality content.

This program provides students with specific tools and skills to successfully develop their professional activity in the wide field of design and graphic art. It works on key skills such as knowledge of the reality and daily practice in this field and develops responsibility in the follow-up and supervision of their work.

Additionally, as it is a 100% online program, the student is not constrained by fixed timetables or the need to move to another physical location, but can access the contents at any time of the day, balancing their professional or personal life with their academic life.

Do not miss the opportunity to study this Postgraduate certificate in Comic Illustration with TECH. It's the perfect opportunity to advance your career"

This Postgraduate certificate in Comic Illustration contains the most complete and up-to-date program on the market. The most important features include:

Practical case studies are presented by experts in Comic Illustration
The graphic, schematic, and practical contents with which they are created, provide scientific and practical information on the disciplines that are essential for professional development
Practical exercises where the self-assessment process can be carried out to improve learning
Special emphasis is placed on innovative methodologies in Comic Illustration
Theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics, and individual reflection assignments
Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection

This Postgraduate certificate is the best investment you can make when choosing a refresher program to expand your existing knowledge in Comic Illustration”

It includes in its teaching staff professionals belonging to the field of multimedia design and graphic arts, who bring to this program the experience of their work, as well as recognized specialists from reference societies and prestigious universities.

The multimedia content, developed with the latest educational technology, will provide the professional with situated and contextual learning, i.e., a simulated environment that will provide immersive knowledge programmed to learn in real situations.

This program is designed around Problem-Based Learning, whereby the professional must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise throughout the program. For this purpose, the professional will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts in Comic Illustration and extensive teaching experience.

This program comes with the best educational material, providing you with a contextual approach that will facilitate your learning"

This 100% online Postgraduate certificate will allow you to combine your studies with your professional work while increasing your knowledge in this field"

Syllabus

The structure of the contents has been designed by the best professionals in the multimedia design and graphic arts sector, with extensive experience and recognized prestige in the profession.

We have the most complete and up-to-date program on the market. We strive for excellence and for you to achieve it too" 

Module 1. Comic Illustration

1.1. Introduction to Illustration

1.1.1. Difference between Illustration and Drawing
1.1.2. Difference between Illustration and Painting
1.1.3. Illustration as a Discipline
1.1.4. The Illustrative Chain

1.2. Introduction to Children's Illustration

1.2.1. The Fascinating World of Children's Illustration
1.2.2. The Audience
1.2.3. Images Tell a Story
1.2.4. Referents

1.3. Project: Illustrate from a Story

1.3.1. Presentation and Explanation of the Project
1.3.2. Graphic Development
1.3.3. Project Presentation
1.3.4. Proposal Analysis

1.4. Introduction to Comics

1.4.1. Definition of the Concept
1.4.2. History of Comics
1.4.3. Characteristics of Comics
1.4.4. Components of Comics

1.5. Comic Project: Initiation in the Process

1.5.1. Comic, Comic Book or Graphic Novel?
1.5.2. Project Presentation
1.5.3. Discussing Ideas: The Argument
1.5.4. Discussing Ideas: Characters, Space and Time
1.5.5. Setting the Story and Number of Panels

1.6. Comic Project: Defining the Graphic Style and Technique

1.6.1. Search for References in the World of Comics
1.6.2. Sketches and First Ideas
1.6.3. Graphic Development
1.6.4. Completion and Handing In the Project

1.7. Matte Painting

1.7.1. What Does It Consist in?
1.7.2. What Skills Should a Matte Painting Artist Have?
1.7.3. Applications of Matte Painting
1.7.4. Visual References

1.8. Fashion Illustration

1.8.1. What Does It Consist in?
1.8.2. Brief Historical Review
1.8.3. Featured Mobile Apps
1.8.4. Recommended Bibliography

1.9. Fashion Project: Initiation

1.9.1. Construct and Image from a Concept
1.9.2. Explanation of the Project: Illustrate 2 Prints
1.9.3. The Concept of Rapport Manual Creation of a Pattern
1.9.4. Motif Creation in Illustrator

1.10. Fashion Project: Development

1.10.1. Pattern Design in Illustrator from the Created Motif
1.10.2. Development of 2 Pattern
1.10.3. Mockup Assembly
1.10.4. Presentation and Project Analysis

A unique, key, and decisive program to boost your professional development”

Postgraduate Certificate in Illustration Applied to Comics

In comics, illustration is a fundamental narrative element that allows telling stories in a visual and attractive way. For this reason, it is essential that design and graphic arts professionals have the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in this field. The Postgraduate Certificate in Illustration Applied to Comics will allow you to deepen your knowledge of drawing as a creative and narrative tool, the composition of visual elements in space, and style and aesthetic resources. In addition, as this is a 100% online program, you will be able to access the contents at any time of the day, which will allow you to balance your work or personal life with your academic life.

Take on new professional challenges with this 100% online program.

Are you looking for a program that will allow you to delve deeper into the illustration process of comics? TEC has the answer for you! The Postgraduate Certificate in Illustration Applied to Comics will provide you with the skills and knowledge necessary to stand out in the industry and develop your career as a comic book designer, addressing topics such as the illustrative chain, Matte painting and fashion illustration. All this, through an extensive library of multimedia content, designed in different didactic formats by a prestigious teaching team.