Comic Art & Illustration
5th-12th Grade
Fall 2024 Registration Opening Dates!
Priority Registration (Spring 2024 Students) – Monday, July 15th
Open Registration – Monday, July 22th
Comic Art & Illustration
FRIDAYS, 4:30-5:30 PM
*Suggested age is 5th-up. Please contact us if you think your younger child would be a good fit for this class.
This beginners/intermediate course helps students achieve basic skills in both both comic art and general illustration. Students will have a basic introduction to both Western (American), and Eastern (Manga/Anime) comic styles.
Taught by local comic artist, Xavier Jones. Xavier has an amazing talent and passion for all forms of comic art and has been teaching art for over 25 years.
Classes are held in our beautiful studio just off I-20, Exit One, in North Augusta.
FRIDAYS, 5:45-7:15 PM
*Students must complete at least one semester of Beginners Comic Art and be invited to attend this class before registering.
Students with even the most impressive drawing skills need to understand the fundamentals of illustration design in order to reach their potential as an art student and perhaps prepare for a rewarding career in illustration.
This advanced course dives deep into the fundamentals of illustration design, including color theory, perspective, advanced textures, and more.
Taught by local comic artist, Xavier Jones. Xavier has an amazing talent and passion for all forms of comic art and has been teaching art for over 25 years.
Classes are held in our beautiful studio just off I-20, Exit One, in North Augusta.
Supply List
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One small set of GRAPHITE drawing pencils (should at least contain an HB and a B)
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One “ultra fine” permanent marker (Sharpie brand is great)
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Small pencil sharpener (many pencil sets include one)
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One KNEADED Eraser (many pencil sets include one)
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One 9×12 Sketchbook, 100 or more pages. (Strathmore 400 series is our favorite, but any brand will work)
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Pencil pouch or box for carrying supplies to class.
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Optional: A small, inexpensive set of blending stumps and a sandpaper pad are great tools to have in your kit.
Quick Facts
REGISTER ANYTIME
Mid-semester registrations are welcome and will be prorated.
SEMESTER DATES:
August 12 – December 20
Mid-semester registrations are welcome and will be prorated.
Classes meet once a week and follow the local school schedule.
MONTHLY TUITION:
The first month’s tuition is paid upon registration, plus the $25 registration fee. Monthly payments are drafted on the 1st.
ATTENDANCE:
Because projects often span several weeks, attendance is important for you to get the most out of our classes. Missed classes aren’t refundable, and may result in your child not being able to participate fully in a project.
DROP-INS:
Only our toddler classes have drop-in rates, and drop-ins are only available if the class isn’t full. Drop-ins, please register below before attending.
CANCELLATIONS: Prior to semester start date, tuition is 50% refundable (minus registration fee). After semester start date, cancellations require two weeks written notice through email (info@rainbowfactory.com).
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About our Studio Venue
In the Rainbow Factory® Art Studio and Party Venue, you’ll enjoy two bright and beautiful class/party rooms, two bars for catering or bartending, party hosts with big smiles, an outdoor patio, and tasteful, festive decor. Seriously. It’s party perfection.
Located just off I-20 Exit 1, in North Augusta, SC, we’re minutes away from Augusta, Martinez, Evans and Aiken. 1367 W. Martintown Road, North Augusta, SC 29860
Mobile Services
Having your party at your home or other venue? Our Rainbow Specialists will pack everything up and bring it all to you! They’ll entertain your guests with dazzling creativity then magically clean it up and leave everything how they found it. Magnificent.
