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SUMMARY:Manga Academy: Character Basics
DESCRIPTION:Calling all lovers of manga and anime–it’s time to unleash your inner artist! This stand-alone session will get you well on your way to mastering the style of Japan’s most popular export. Under the guidance of a professional illustrator\, you’ll learn how to draw faces and full body poses of characters from hit series like Freiren and One Piece. Whether you’re an absolute beginner\, or looking to brush up on foundational skills\, start your next arc here! \nPLEASE NOTE: This workshop will be conducted online via Zoom. To participate fully\, you will need access to a device with internet\, microphone\, and camera (such as a laptop\, smartphone\, or tablet). Please note that all times listed are New York time (ET). \nAbout Manga Academy: Our manga classes for adults provide artists of all skill levels with guided instruction and feedback on how to draw this hit style. Rotating topics—like sequential storytelling\, OC (original character) design\, artist studies\, and more—mean there’s something for every interest. And with multiple formats available\, from one-off weekend intensives to multi-week courses\, it’s easy to find time in your busy schedule to become the next big mangaka!  \nAbout the Instructor \nHannah Nepomuceno\nHannah Nepomuceno is a comic artist from Queens with a lifelong love for manga. Experienced in both traditional and digital media\, she posts most of her work online under the name “Speedy Sketch.” In addition to teaching manga at Japan Society\, Hannah was previously an instructor with the GIANT Room. Hannah received a Bachelor of Fine Arts in cartooning from the School of Visual Arts. \nMaterials \nThe following materials are recommended for this class: \n\nHB Drawing Pencils / #2 Pencils: Blick Studio Drawing Pencil – HB\nInk pen: Sharpie Ultra-Fine Point Marker (Black)\nEraser: Tombow Mono Eraser\nSketchbook: Strathmore 400 Series Sketch Pad (50 sheets)\n\n\nTuition \n$70 nonmembers/$56 Japan Society Individual & Corporate members. These courses are for adults ages 18 and above.  \nRegistration \nRegistration is accepted online (preferred) or by phone at (212) 715-1206.
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