Michael Burdge Brief History of Comic Books Comics have brought entertainment since the 19 th century Some stories were humorous and some were suspenseful The Golden Age of comics 1930s1950s ID: 189112
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Comic Book Artist
Michael BurdgeSlide2
Brief History of Comic Books
Comics have brought entertainment since the 19
th
century
Some stories were humorous and some were suspenseful
The Golden Age of comics (1930’s-1950’s)
World War II had a big impact on the popularization of comics
After the war, sales dropped slowly until the 70’s
Modern America gets most of its entertainment from television and video games, leaving comic sales lesser than they once wereSlide3
Skills, Abilities, and Interests
Drawing and Art skills are obviously needed
Graphic Design and Paintings skills will be helpful
A vivid imagination will help the artist interpret what the writer has put on
paper
Writing skills will aid the artist so that he can give his input on the story and
dialogue of the comic
The artist must be able to tell a story
ExperienceSlide4
Education
A formal education is not necessarily needed
School helps create a foundation
School also helps to hone and reform one’s skills
It also gives experience
The art school experience will help add tools to
the artist’s craft
After art classes, the artist will be more qualified to
apply for a position
as a comic book artistSlide5
Finding Work
Usually work as freelancers
Sometimes seek out authors or publishing
h
ouses
Writers spread the word that they need art
is
ts
Some advertising agencies and product de
s
ign companies
will hire comic book artistsSlide6
Salary
Comic book artists make approximately $100 per page
They make an average salary of $53,080
More work equals more paySlide7
Bibliography
http://www.theartcareerproject.com/wham-pow-
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-blast-your-way-into-a-comic-book-career/559/