Objective The objective is to create your own comic book. It can be from any genre that you choose, as long as it is school appropriate. When all of the projects have been completed we will combine all three classes work, have them printed and sell the copies.

Where to start Step 1-Have an idea. Hopefully there is one rolling around in your melon. Step 2- Write a script and a storyboard. It doesn't have to be fancy step-3 take the pictures step-4 edit all the pictures and then filter them to look like comics. Step-5 format your pages, place the pictures in an appealing fashion. Step 6- Add the talk bubbles and dialog

How it's done Take a picture such as this:

Filter it A filter changes the properties of a picture. There are some filters already installed in Photoshop and fireworks, but the good ones cost money. The one we will be using is called snap art, it's made by alienskin.

Step 1 Take the next 20 minutes and write down some ideas for your comic book. We will discuss all the ideas and help you choose one.

Step 2 Writing the script for a comic is different from a film script. You will need to capture the scene by more then just words. Body language, expression and movement are very important. This can be a scene: bob looks up from his paper, his coworker is asking him for help.

Step 2 cont.. This is the picture for that scene:

Step 2 cont.. Draw out a storyboard. Why you ask? You and the actors will know where they are to stand the mood of the shot and what you want to capture this will later help you keep things organized and remember what picture goes to what scene.

Step 3 Take the pictures if the contrast is bad, the filtered picture will be even worse. Cluttered backgrounds will make your main subject hidden amongst everything else. You can take the pictures of your actors in front of a white wall, cut them out and place them into any background.

Step 4 Edit the pictures you may want to edit them to add or take away things adjust the lighting and then filter them.

Step 5 You will need to create new pages that are 8.5 inches by 11 inches. This is the size of standard paper. You then place your pictures in the page according to your storyboard. the pictures don't have to be one after another, some can larger then others. If you make all the squares the same, it will look very static.

Step 5 I have provided 5 templates to get you started, feel free to create your own.

Step 6 Now add your talk bubbles and dialog. The talk bubbles don't have to stick inside the window, they can bleed over a little. Don't hide important parts of the picture with your talk bubbles. Use different bubbles for different things. Thinking, screaming, angry, sad etc.

How will it be graded? Each part of the project will need to be approved before you can continue to the next step. I want to read each script and see every storyboard. The project as a whole will be graded using a rubric. This will let you evaluate your own progress and see what is expected.

When is it due? Each phase will have different time frames. I will make you aware of each piece and when it is due. Work hard to make this a project you would like to share with family and friends. This is your chance to be the next marvel! Most of all learn and have fun.