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 focus on the works of Osamu Tezuka-http://tezukainenglish.com/. 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 entertain the world of Osamu Tezuka and his creation "Astro Boy". Join us on Fridays from 330-430.

JLI welcomes you to an intensive study into the conceptual design and illustrated artwork of three masters connected by the Star Wars Universe. Ralph McQuarrie-www.ralphmcquarrie.com, Doug Chiang-www.dchiang.com, and Drew Struzen-www.drewstruzan.com. Each equally a vital component to the visual mythology of Star Wars, each displaying an artistic process as unique as the creations imagined. JLI artists will apply and create inspired artwork that reimagines and contributes to the Star Wars lore. Join us on Mondays from 430-630.

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 science fiction classic Star Wars. Entertain yourself as we create artwork inspired by the visual universe from the live action, animated, and graphic novel formats. We look forward to you joining our scribble time on Mondays from 330-430.

This is a link to a Squidoo lens developed by artist Katherine Tyrrell aka Makingamark that is is about drawing and sketching.

It shares a wealth of information about drawing and sketching - materials, drawing communities and forums, instruction books and other resources which support the development of drawings and sketches.

Katherine has several blogs, websites and Squidoo lenses that are very helpful resources and inspirational for novice and advanced artists as well.