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Graphic Novels for Children – Paradigm shift from Old Comic Books
Unlike conventional and old comic books, modern graphic novels are source of real fun and entertainment for whole family. It makes reading much more interesting and engaging. And why not, with 3D computer generated illustrations and 3D graphics, modern graphic novels and comic books present a visually engaging stroryline for the readers of all ages and class.
The development of computer generated graphics has made the representation of story through graphic novels much more interesting and attractive. Although there are cynics who cry hoarse over the growing popularity of graphic novels for children, the demand for graphic novels has been skyrocketing. There are in fact few other factors as well that fuelled this growth. For instance, Graphic novels are easily comprehensible even for kids who otherwise struggle to read or write conventional reading books.
Why hate Graphic Novels for Children?
The main criticism against graphic novels is that they take the fizz out of your own imaginative ride through the fantasy world of fiction. But do you think the modern children would care a bit for such serious thoughts when they have got 3d animation studio and cartoon sketches powered graphic novels that combine narrative with computer generated illustrations of picture books and convey a story using sequential art in experimental computer generated design or in a traditional comic book format.
The growth saga of Graphic Novels for Children
Although the genesis of such graphic novels is disputed, its universal appeal over the ages has always excited readers of all ages. Cave paintings and illuminated manuscripts in Middle Ages are often loosely considered to be the precursors to modern graphic novels for children. Even the immensely popular old comic books for children in 1920s meant to narrate stories through sequential graphic designs and cartoon sketches. But the term Graphic novels found its way in modern literary lexicon in 1970s only. However, the introduction of 3d animation software and modern free flowing graphic designs led a dramatic turnaround in graphic novel segment. After being scorned-off for ages as non-serious comic stories for kids, it has been lately recognized as a critical component of literature for kids. Libraries across the world have nowadays piled up graphic novels and graphic design books for kids.
About the Author
Chet Spiewak, author and illustrator of the Vinny the Bug man graphic novels for kids. His official website offers great sources for kids where old comic books and 3d graphic arts are availble to buy and download for free.
What sort of pens/ nib pens should I use to ink and illustrate my comics?
I am starting to make comics, mostly just illustrated characters, not really manga though.. so.. what sort of pens should I use to ink my drawings? I need to outline them in black, and color in them with colors...
I sometimes draw comics for school projects. Depending on whether you want to buy professional pens, and what you color your comics with, there are a bunch of pens to choose from.
I used to use these pens (http://www.dickblick.com/products/faber-castell-pitt-artist-pens/). They had different thicknesses so I could outline detailed drawings and create heavy lines. They won't smear/bleed/blend when colored over.
Nowadays, I just use regular gel ink pens. They also come in a variety of thicknesses (the ones I have are from .005mm to 1 mm). The only downside is that some of them may smear, especially if inked over pencil. Before using them, I would test to see if they smear when touched or erased on. Also test to see if they smear when colored in.
I've found that for inking boxes and speech bubbles, regular felt tip pens are really useful (Paper Mate Flair Point-Guard). You may have to trace over lines more than once since sometimes the ink doesn't distribute evenly/may seem greyish. Make sure it's not a Sharpie pen or other pens like that since they tend to bleed really bad, in my experience.
If you want really good pens, there are always brands like Prismacolor, Copic, or Sakura Micron. I know that professional artists use these pens when creating their artwork. They shouldn't interfere with coloring and work really well.
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For the latest info on how to buy or create caricatures from photos, visit
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