Gnomon Workshop - Comic Book Inking with Joe Weems 2011

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Release Date 2011

In this second DVD of a series, Joe Weems shows and explains in detail the technical aspect of comic book illustration inking. Starting with the tools of the trade and examples of warm-up exercises, this instructional DVD contains a wealth of knowledge with extreme close-up shots of the artist's hand working on select portions of the image. This focus on the work allows the viewer to gain a better understanding and appreciation of how the ink line is applied and constructed. Joe will present examples of free-hand inking and utilizing stencils while discussing influences and personal insight from a career that spans more then sixteen years. This DVD is designed for all aspiring inkers, fans and seasoned professionals with an interest in learning more about the creation and execution of a comic book page.

0. Introduction

1. Practise Page and Tools

2. Getting Sstarted

3. The Technical Side

4. Influences

5. The Nitty Gritty

6. When to go Soft

7. Stencil Time

8. Filling the Black Shapes

9. Almost Done

10. Brass Tracks