Have you ever wanted to make a comic book?

Join Local comic book creator Shane Moore in this intensive 4-day class called Comics Boot Camp. In Boot Camp, students will learn the ins and out of creating their own comic book: penciling, inking, coloring, and lettering. Taught by comic artist Shane Moore,

Space is very limited to students entering grades 4-8.

This is an intensive 4-day class Monday-Thursday. Students must be able to attend all 4 sessions in order to register.

Classes are July 8-11, 2019 | 10:00-11:30am

To register visit: SCPL Comics Boot Camp

Event is full but you may still submit register to be placed on the waiting list

Shane Moore is comic book artist and writer and the co-creator of Electromagnetic press, which publishes The Omens, Miscellania, and The Believer. He attended Fairmont State College in Fairmont, WV and the Savannah College of Art and Design in Savannah, GA. He lives in Scotia, NY with his wife and two children. Shane is also the creator of Voltage, the mascot of the Electric City Comic Con which is put on by the Schenectady Public Library. Shane is also moderating a panel on Cosplay at this year’s convention.

Over the past couple of years, I have gotten to know Shane through the planning committee for the Electric City Comic Con. When I heard that he was doing this class I wanted to talk to him and find out a little more about what he has planned.

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How did you get into comics?

I first took an interest in comics in 8th grade, after seeing the first Tim Burton/Michael Keaton Batman movie. I quickly realized that was what I wanted to do.

When did you start making your own comics?

I drew all throughout high school, but in college, I collaborated on my first project with another student Larry Morgan. (Larry is still co-writer/ creator on most of the books I do today.)

What are your creator-owned properties and how long have you been working on them?

The biggest project so far has been The Omens which I have been working on since 2011 I think. I have also provided art for the Electric City Comic Con, including the character voltage for 5 years now.

Which creators influence your work?

I try my best not to emulate anyone in my own work, but I would say some of my favorite artists include Mike Mignola, Guy Davis, and Becky Cloonan

What is Comic Boot Camp and what will you be covering?

Comics boot camp is an intensive, 4-day class covering as many aspects of traditional comic book drawing as we can fit.

Each day will have a different topic, including penciling, inking, lettering, and coloring.

Who is the Boot Camp geared toward and what do you hope those who attend take away from it?

First off, I hope that each attendee comes to the table with a passion for learning and a love of comics. Also, come with questions! I’m not going to pretend to have all the answers, but I will do my best.

Secondly, I hope everyone leaving the class will have at least a few tricks up there sleeve when it comes to drawing.

What is your favorite part of the comic making process which is your least favorite, and which part is the most challenging for you?

Switching from traditional to working on the computer definitely was the most challenging thing I had to do, but it came with the most reward.

Last question, will you be wearing a Drill Sargent Hat while teaching Comics Boot Camp?

Maybe…

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More information about the class and the Electric City Comic Con can be found on the Library’s Facebook Page.