Cartoon Art Class and Course Descriptions Cartoon art classes
are typically offered in degree programs that include
cartooning, illustration and animation at the bachelor's and
master's degree levels. Through these courses, students learn
how to draw characters, create stories and develop the key
points of an idea or concept. Principles of Cartooning Course
Introductory cartoon art classes teach students how using
certain images, such as landscapes, cars, bars or schools, can
create a specific feeling within a cartoon. Students learn
techniques for using simple pictures accompanied by well-chosen
words to create meaning for the reader. They study comic books,
comic strips and graphic novels to determine how cartoon
communication works. Typically, the course includes lessons on
creating cartoon characters, story lines and sample cartoon
strips. Drawing and Developing Characters Course This
specialized drawing course focuses on developing believable
characters who can carry a story. Students develop unique char