An endlessly versatile art form which places no limits on the ambition of the storyteller, the graphic novel has produced masterpieces as varied as Alan Moore's legendary Watchmen and the groundbreaking graphic journalism of Joe Sacco's Palestine. Curated by independent book publisher SelfMadeHero, this in-depth, full-day seminar covers everything you could need to know about the art of the graphic novel, as well as the mechanics of getting your work published.
It made for an excellent day! There was real enthusiasm from speakers and participants.
Very friendly & welcoming atmosphere. As a newcomer to the world of graphic novels I wasn't sure what to expect, but it was much more relaxed than I thought it might be - professional, tight in terms of time etc - but with lots of humour.
The quality of the speakers/panel was superb!
I really learnt loads, both in terms of background/history as well as practical info on writing, drawing/illustrating and publishing.
The speakers were all visibly pleased to be there, and were very, very approachable and friendly.
All I could have expected and more.
Their passion for what they did shone through, and their efforts to inspire the same enthusiasm in the audience were really super.
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