Explore an expanded definition of comic artists to include everything from Egyptian hieroglyphics, to 19th century cartoonist Rodolphe Topffer, to Hilda Terry, a pioneering female comic artist. Ages 9–12 Dive into the process of creating comic books, from storytelling, character design to the cover art. Explore drawing techniques using a variety of artist tools and materials to create cartoon facial features, as well as characters in motion. Students create and print a collaborative zine, a small-scale, self-published publication, to get creative, share ideas, and have their voices heard. A visit to the Minneapolis Institute of Art for inspiration, as well as an exhibition to display everyone’s work for families and friends to admire completes the week. Students take home a copy of the collaborative comic book. Open to students ages 9-12. MCAD strictly adheres to these age guidelines and is unable to allow exceptions. Please review our complete Summer Youth Camps Policies as well as our General Policies before completing your registration. Information about extended care options through Children's Theatre Company are included in the Summer Youth Camps Policies page. Required materials What to wear Clothes appropriate for messy creativity. What to bring Please bring a packed lunch each day. No nuts. Questions? Contact MCAD Continuing Education at continuing_education@mcad.edu or call 612.874.3765. Register Title Non-credit Tuition $375.00 Join the waitlist You will be notified immediately if a spot in this course opens up. First Name Last Name Email Alternatively, call 612.874.3765 for waitlist options Date: Mon, Jul 15, 2024 - Fri, Jul 19, 2024 Time: 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. CST Day(s) of the week: Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Ages: Open to students ages 9-12. Term: Summer 2024 Instructor: Jonathan Maki Location: In Person SKU: CSK 0213 06 SU24 Prerequisites: None