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Intro to Illustration- Comics, Trading Cards and Cartoons

  • Peoria Art Guild 203 Harrison St Peoria, IL, 61602 United States (map)

Intro to Illustration- Comics, Trading Cards, and Cartoons


Instructor: Camron Johnson


Department: 2D, Drawing


Have you ever wanted to illustrate a comic book, design trading cards, or create concept art? In this 3-week class with professional author/illustrator Camron Johnson, learn the techniques used to create a traditional work of art from start to finish. You'll learn about the best tools to use, a variety of drawing and painting techniques, and tips for breaking into the industry from a professional - All while you work on YOUR very own illustrations!


Ages 12-18


Tuesday evenings 6:00- 8:00 pm


September 21- October 5, 2021


Cost $75


Basic materials provided by the Peoria Art Guild: paper, pencils, paint, paintbrushes, Sharpies, acrylic paint, rubber cement, blender tool


Optional materials provided by student: Pilot Parallel Pen (2.4mm), Pilot “Mixable Colour” Black Ink Cartridges (For Parallel Pen), Pilot G-2 07 Pen, Gelly Roll 05 White Pen, Bic Wite-Out Correction Pen  

Register HERE


We are committed to the health and safety of students, instructors and patrons, Our organization will be following recommended guidelines from the Illinois Department of Public Health: Anyone exhibiting symptoms will not be permitted in the building. Masks are recommended for everyone when social distancing is not possible. Each classroom will contain hand sanitizer and sanitizing stations. 


Are you a member of the Peoria Art Guild? If so you can get a $5 discount (only for current members!)

Earlier Event: September 16
Basic Drawing for Kids
Later Event: September 25
Peoria Art Guild Fine Art Fair