Do you want to learn to draw comics and graphic novels?
Our exciting Draw Comics and Graphic Novels classes introduces you to basic techniques for making comics - covering both drawing and narrative techniques - with a series of fun individual exercises in a relaxed and enjoyable environment.
Using pencil, pens, paper and a template sheet or two you will learn how to design consistent characters, produce a simple full narrative and create a mini-comic of your own.
Beginners and more advanced artists are welcome, as is anyone with an interest in designing their own characters, telling their own stories and who fancies making their own photocopy-able comic.
Whatever your taste in comics, from Manga to Maus, this enjoyable course explores basic techniques that you can use to develop your work, and instill the confidence to create and reproduce your own material with simple but effective resources.
During our lessons, you will:
Pencils, pens and paper will be provided, but please feel free to bring a sketchbook and examples of comics or characters you like.
Like all of our art and drawing classes, you’ll receive friendly feedback throughout the course.
DATE | DAY | TIME (BST) | DURATION | TUTOR | VENUE | PRICE | BOOKING | ||
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8 Jan 2025 - 22 Jan 2025 | Wed | 18:30-21:00 | 3 weeks | Alex Demetris | City Academy at 10 Herbal Hill | £135.00 | Book Now | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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15 Feb 2025 | Sat | 10:30-16:30 | 1 day | Alex Demetris | City Academy at 10 Herbal Hill | £110.00 | Book Now | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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24 Mar 2025 - 7 Apr 2025 | Mon | 18:45-21:15 | 3 weeks | Alex Demetris | City Academy at 10 Herbal Hill | £135.00 | Book Now | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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10 May 2025 | Sat | 10:30-16:30 | 1 day | Alex Demetris | City Academy at 10 Herbal Hill | £110.00 | Book Now | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
DATE | DAY | TIME (BST) | DURATION | TUTOR | VENUE | PRICE | BOOKING | ||
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8 Jan 2025 - 22 Jan 2025 | Wed | 18:30-21:00 | 3 weeks | Alex Demetris | City Academy at 10 Herbal Hill | £135.00 | Book Now | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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15 Feb 2025 | Sat | 10:30-16:30 | 1 day | Alex Demetris | City Academy at 10 Herbal Hill | £110.00 | Book Now | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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24 Mar 2025 - 7 Apr 2025 | Mon | 18:45-21:15 | 3 weeks | Alex Demetris | City Academy at 10 Herbal Hill | £135.00 | Book Now | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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10 May 2025 | Sat | 10:30-16:30 | 1 day | Alex Demetris | City Academy at 10 Herbal Hill | £110.00 | Book Now | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
DATE | DAY | TIME (BST) | DURATION | TUTOR | VENUE | PRICE | BOOKING | ||
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8 Jan 2025 - 22 Jan 2025 | Wed | 18:30-21:00 | 3 weeks | Alex Demetris | City Academy at 10 Herbal Hill | £135.00 | Book Now | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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15 Feb 2025 | Sat | 10:30-16:30 | 1 day | Alex Demetris | City Academy at 10 Herbal Hill | £110.00 | Book Now | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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24 Mar 2025 - 7 Apr 2025 | Mon | 18:45-21:15 | 3 weeks | Alex Demetris | City Academy at 10 Herbal Hill | £135.00 | Book Now | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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10 May 2025 | Sat | 10:30-16:30 | 1 day | Alex Demetris | City Academy at 10 Herbal Hill | £110.00 | Book Now | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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Phone – We would be happy to take your booking over the phone, just call us on 020 7042 8833.
Cash - You are welcome to pay cash, just come and see us at our office: City Academy, 38 Rosebery Avenue, London, EC1R 4RN
Cheque - You can also pay by cheque by filling out this form (click here) and posting it to the address above.
We offer a full refund or full credit if you cancel at least 72 hours before the start of your booking.
We cannot offer any refund if you cancel less than 72 hours before the start of your booking, or if you do not attend.
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If you book 2 or more different classes/courses at a time we can offer you a 10% discount. If you wish to take advantage of this offer please enter 2ORMORE in the promotional code box when booking online, or quote the code when booking over the phone. Please note that this offer cannot be applied when you are booking two or more of the same class/course.
All City Academy tutors are experienced professionals from theatre, film/TV and performance industries. So whilst they're training you they may also be rehearsing for a West End show or working on a movie. We like that and we do believe it makes a difference in class.
City Academy's art studio is fully equipped with everything you need to get creative.
We recommend you bring your own art materials, however we will supply materials if you don't have your own.
City Academy delivers bespoke workshops for groups and teams! Enjoy this course at a time and place to suit you. Whether you're a group of friends or a team looking for a creative activity, get in touch to explore ideas today.
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