Comics are usually defined as a medium that are made from the combination of words and pictures, though most of the times, images are more privileged in comics than written texts. It is common to observe how comics usually follow a certain sequential pattern in the reading and the layout of the panels, which are from left to right (for Western and Malaysian readers), and right to left (for Japanese readers). The great American Cartoonist Will Eisner defines comics as ‘sequential art’, since comics are made up of sequence of panels and drawings in telling the story.
Comics Studies offers students unique journey in creating their own comics. Comics as a sequential art is a very influential medium and we can see their influence especially in illustration, animation, film and even literature. The course explores the medium of sequential art in its unique way in creating visual narrative. Students will be exposed to contemporary theory of page layout, creative writings and character design, while emphasizing artistic and comics appreciation. At the end of the course, students will build visual and technical vocabulary that is applicable to industrial experiences.
- Pengajar: Siti Sarah Abdul Rahman