Bob McLeod Art Workshop - 2012 March 25 - Lexington KY, Thought this would be of intereste to Sketch Mag Folks! Options

[Jonathan]

Lexington KY Comic Creators Group presents:
A Comic Art Workshop
Bob McLeod: Visual Storytelling and Inking
Sunday March 25th 2012 - ArtsPlace, 161 North Mill Street, Lexington KY 40507

Join us for a rare local learning opportunity. Bob McLeod is a veteran comic artist working for Marvel and DC comics. He has edited the comic art magazine Rough Stuff, authored and illustrated a children's book, and teaches art at the college level. Given Bob's experience and skill this will be of interest to novice as well as experienced comic artists/cartoonists!

This workshop will have two segments – you can choose one or both

9:00 -9:30 Check in and late registration

9:30 -12:30 Morning session
Storytelling – learn about layout of the page, pacing, clarity and focus. Bring your sample page (get sample scripts and tip sheets beforehand by pre-registering) and get expert advice and feedback from Bob.

12:30-2:00 Lunch

1:30- 2:00 Check in and late registration

2:00 -5:00 Afternoon session
Inking – learn about line weight, texture, spotting blacks, and creating depth. Learn about the tools and their proper use (get suggested supply list when pre-registering).

Pre-register for $25 single session or attend both morning and afternoon sessions for $45.
Late registration is $30 per session. Cash or check.

Class size is limited - sign up now to reserve your spot!

We strongly encourage everyone to pre-register to get the most out of the workshop. Bob has graciously provided learning assets that will get you prepped for a premium learning experience during the workshop time. Please note, instruction will be tailored to the group at hand and accommodations for late registrants made as possible.

Registration or more info -contact us by email:. lexkyccg@gmail.com or phone: (859) 276-5528

Web resources:

• CCG workhops – www.lexkyccg.blogspot.com
• Bob McLeod - http://www.bobmcleod.com/

[Bill Nichols]

The door at Sketch Magazine is always open for Bob, esp. since I claim him as one of my mentors. For several years, he was involved with TwoMorrows doing Rough Stuff. He's a fount of wisdom and I'm still after him to do something for us. Good call. I'll plug this as well.