Illustration
Drawing cartoons
A beginner-to-intermediate course in cartoon drawing covering character design, backgrounds, comic sequencing and page layout.
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Upcoming classes
4 classes
| Starts | Schedule | Length | Teacher | Venue | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
18 Sept 2026 Fridays | 18:00 - 21:00 | Short course5 weeks | StephenMarchant | Keeley StreetWC2B 4BA | £259.00 | Book now |
3 Mar 2027 Wednesdays | 10:00 - 13:00 | Short course4 weeks | Michael-AubtinMadadi | Keeley StreetWC2B 4BA | £239.00 | |
23 Apr 2027 Fridays | 18:00 - 21:00 | Short course5 weeks | StephenMarchant | Keeley StreetWC2B 4BA | £259.00 | |
28 Jun 2027 Mondays | 18:00 - 21:00 | Short course5 weeks | StephenMarchant | Keeley StreetWC2B 4BA | £259.00 |
Wed 3 Mar, 10:00 - 13:00
4 weeks4 weeksWed 10:00£239Michael-AubtinMadadiKeeley StreetFri 23 Apr, 18:00 - 21:00
5 weeks5 weeksFri 18:00£259StephenMarchantKeeley StreetMon 28 Jun, 18:00 - 21:00
5 weeks5 weeksMon 18:00£259StephenMarchantKeeley Street
About this course
The course explores cartoon drawing through presentations, demonstrations, practical work, individual and group tutoring, and discussion. Participants develop characters using expressive faces, bodies and poses, then create simple backgrounds that support a visual narrative. The course also examines how to sequence images into a comic strip, with attention to page layout, panels, framing and text. Reflection on individual work forms part of the learning process, and additional activities may be set for completion outside class hours.
What you'll learn
- Create cartoon characters with expressive faces, bodies and poses
- Draw simple backgrounds for cartoon scenes
- Plan a sequence of images for a comic-strip narrative
- Apply page layout, panel arrangement, framing and text to a comic project
Is this course right for you?
The course is intended for beginner and intermediate learners, covering foundational cartoon-drawing and comic-making techniques. Teaching combines demonstrations, practical activity, individual and group tutoring, and discussion. Learners need sufficient English to follow spoken and written instructions, demonstrations and safety information, contribute to group discussions, and make short notes.
- Suitable for both beginner and intermediate learners
- Includes individual and group tutoring alongside group discussion
- Additional work may be set outside class hours
Before you go
- Basic materials and resources are available as part of the course.
- Learners are advised to bring an A5 or A4 sketchbook.
- An A3 folder and/or USB drive is advised for transporting work.
- Any additional materials needed will be discussed during the course.