JLI forwards Manga instruction with Manga Design, a intermediate course for artists versed in the basics of the illustration process. The learning centers around development of self created characters using the MANGA MATRIX process, and concluding with an original, illustrated manga page. This quarter we will focus on the illustration and designs by UDON Studio for the legendary CAPCOM video game Street Fighter. Join us on Fridays from 430-630.

JLI showcases this graphic art genre in a series of workshops that introduce skills and techniques used in producing manga. Artists complete exercises based on reference of popular anime to develop and understanding of the human form, variations of the character such as chibi and mecha, illustration effects, and composition. This quarter we will "level up" to the artwork of the popular video game "Street Fighter". Join us on Fridays from 330-430.

JLI welcomes you to an intensive study into the conceptual design and illustrated artwork of Eisner award winning artist Mike Kunkel, www.astonishfactory.com. In each month, JLI artists will look into story development as inspired by Kunkel's mission statement:

"The goal of the Astonish Factory is to introduce long-lasting, fun stories and appealing characters with heart, humor, meaning and positive values for all ages.
Longevity in business is created by simple rules:
Honesty, Quality, Integrity and Respect for the audience.

JLI welcome you to our new drawing class format that includes the beginnings of the illustrated genre in cartoon and comic art. This quarter we will look at the artwork of the Eisner Award winner illustrator/animator Mike Kunkel.

Entertain yourself as we create artwork showcasing their tagline:

Remember your childhood . . . and pass it on.."

Visit his studio website, www.astonishfactory.com. Their Mission Statement:

"The goal of the Astonish Factory is to introduce long-lasting, fun stories and appealing characters with heart, humor, meaning and positive values for all ages.

The Drawing Basics course for the Summer of 2009 will be an opportunity for artist age 4-10 to explore the creative joy of drawing and the art medium of printmaking. Our theme is "Monsters" and we will reference to the popular Pixar/Disney film, Monsters, Inc. The lessons provided are available to the public and are not exclusive to JLI.