Think you know all about comics? Want to get into comics, but not sure where to start, or how to decipher its inner language of icons, and such? Well then, this weeks' pic is just for you.
Scott Mcloud, creator of Zot!, has become synonymous within the world of comics as a definitive authority on the inner workings of this amazing art form; receiving accolades from the likes of Frank Miller, Neil Gaiman, Jim Lee, and the late great Will Eisner, among others.
In his first installment, Understanding Comics: The Invisible Art, Scott sets to define comics, as well as explore its history, iconic language, use of symbols, borders, and line work, compression of time through space, and illusionary closure through gutters. Each page delivers insights into structure of story elements, cultural influences, and comics potential as a serious medium; and all in easy to read comic form, itself.
Available from Harper Perennial $20
Scott Mcloud, creator of Zot!, has become synonymous within the world of comics as a definitive authority on the inner workings of this amazing art form; receiving accolades from the likes of Frank Miller, Neil Gaiman, Jim Lee, and the late great Will Eisner, among others.
In his first installment, Understanding Comics: The Invisible Art, Scott sets to define comics, as well as explore its history, iconic language, use of symbols, borders, and line work, compression of time through space, and illusionary closure through gutters. Each page delivers insights into structure of story elements, cultural influences, and comics potential as a serious medium; and all in easy to read comic form, itself.
Available from Harper Perennial $20
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