“Sometimes things start to emerge, maybe making things separate. Everybody has their own way of sort of making marks on the page”
Tom Hart takes the stage to share his knowledge in abstract comics and art-making techniques, exploring the use of shapes and movement in this unique art form. Tom shares captivating examples of abstract comics, demonstrating the creative power of simple shapes, colors, and fluid movement. As the session progresses, participants are encouraged to unleash their creativity and embrace self-expression.
The journey continues with a discussion of song lyrics and emotions, with participants invited to suggest various states of being that can be represented through the power of artistic expression. Creative writing exercises and the exploration of emotional states lay the foundation for the creation of comic strips, a delightful endeavor that sparks creativity and experimentation with shapes and characters.
The artistic process is further enriched by the incorporation of song lyrics into comics, with participants inspired by the evocative words of songwriters like Fleetwood Mac and Joni Mitchell. Through these sessions, artists discover the profound connections between lyrics, emotions, and the visual storytelling of comics. 🚀🖋️
Incorporating words from song lyrics over multiple comic panels in abstract or unexpected ways can make the work more interesting and thought-provoking.
Using abstract marks and shapes can create comics that express emotions or states of being in a non-literal way.
Experimenting with different materials like pens or brushes can help some artists express themselves in abstract comic making.
