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We have had so many requests for workshops but our schedules don't allow it, so we're offering two here (note substantially increased prices) for groups that are interested.


Why are they so expensive?   Because even a 60 minute workshop, when you factor in prep time and travel means a full day out of our studios.

Andy & Veronica are professional working cartoonists, we are not inkers, we are the primary creative forces on a number of best-selling titles for publishers all over the world.  Our experience  includes working with Hollywood producers as well as the biggest Comic Book Publishers in the USA.   We have been invited special guests of events like San Diego Comic Con-- we know what we're talking about and if you use our resume to promote the event you'll have tremendous turnout and success.

POPULAR! JAPANESE MANGA   AGES 13 - ADULT
In Japan, almost everyone is into this popular art form and Americans are discovering the excitement. Our workshops will cover a brief history of the art form and then feature a hands-on demo which the attendees follow along with producing their own works.
Skill Levels:
60 mins - All Levels $900
Attendee Limit-- None.



POPULAR! COMICS + CARTOONING  AGES 13 - ADULT
It's not just for kids! Everyone gets into it!
Jazz, Rock n' Roll & Comic Books are uniquely American art forms.  Born out of comic strips in the 1930s comic books became increasingly popular with GI's during WWII and have grown and developed in the 80+ years since they first appeared.
Includes lessons on creating characters using shape, art styles, cover a brief history of the art form and then feature a hands on demo.

Skill Levels:
60 mins - All Levels $900
Attendee Limit-- None.




Workshops on Hold-- sorry no bookings on these right now;

MANGA MAKI - Make a giant comic!   ALL AGES
We'll take a classic Japanese folk tale, break it down into scenes, hand them out and everyone will draw a piece of the story.  Then we put it all together in order and create a huge wall comic!  This is also a fantastic option for events like festivals or fundraisers.

AVAILABLE for special events, museums, comic conventions or cultural celebrations with a lot of drop in and out attendees.  Runs 60 mins - 3 hours (depending on your event).  Works best with larger more casual groups.  Perfect for drop in and out audiences.

NO BOOKINGS FOR 2020
NEW! HEROES WORKSHOP SERIES
The Superhero is as American as apple pie (or is that Dutch?)  What makes a superhero super?  What elements make him or her unique?  How about a sidekick?  Cool gadgets?  Amazing powers?  Great costume?  All of this and more in our newest workshop!

NO BOOKINGS FOR 2020

HEROES!  Small Fries!  AGES 5-8 (Mom's and Dad's Welcome)
Using basic shapes to construct a heroic body we'll walk them through the extra details to make their heroes unique!  We'll discuss what superpowers they want their creations to have and we'll help them to design a great look for their own superhero!

NO BOOKINGS FOR 2020

HEROES! Kid Edition!  AGES 9-12
Using slightly more advanced shapes to construct a heroic body and pose we'll walk them through the extra details to make their heroes unique!  We'll discuss what superpowers they want their creations to have and we'll help them to design a great look for their own superhero!
NO BOOKINGS FOR 2020 


GRAPHIC NOVELS    AGES 13 - ADULT
Graphic novels are usually more epic and cinematic, and can address more issues than the average comic book.  The fastest growing section in most book stores today, GNs have begun getting serious recognition.

Includes overview of the history, then hands on workshop showing the advanced techniques graphic novelists use to tell stories and how they differ from comic books.

NO BOOKINGS FOR 2020

DECODING MANGA Ages Adults
Manga is a mystery to many librarians and parents-- some of it is not appropriate for all ages or even teens.  This lecture unravels the mystery of Manga as well as gives you some guidance as to what to look out for.  Perfect for parents or librarians hoping to understand the genre.

NO BOOKINGS FOR 2020

Kid's CARTOON WORKSHOP   AGES 9-12
We've had a lot of requests to do a workshop for younger attendees-- this simple half hour workshop introduces a basic understanding of shapes and construction lines to create great characters-- imaginative and fun workshop!

NO BOOKINGS FOR 2020