Activity #3: Manga Drawing Workshop
Date: August 20, 2024
Time: 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Location: Multipurpose Room
Limit: 20
Description: An engaging and creative workshop, teen participants will have the oppertunity to learn and practice various manga drawing techniques. The workshop will focus on facial expressions, body proportions, and action poses. Teens will leave with new drawing skills and enhanced understanding of manga art.
Program Schedule
Introduction & Welcome (10 min):
Brief overview of workshop.
Introduction to basics of manga: art style and storytelling technique.
Facial Expressions (15 min):
Action Poses (15 min.):
Pencils & erasers
Pens
Reference sheets with examples of facial expressions, body proportions, and action poses.
Sketchbooks
This activity meets Jensen's (2020) list of what works for teen programs as it provides oppertunities for self-expression, aligns with pop culture interests, and fits the maker program model.
The activity avoids the four pitfalls as it is not aligned with a book club, a lecture, or school-like. It offers teens creative freedom and personal choice, ensuring a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere.
References
Crilley, M. (2016, September 3). How to draw action poses: foreshortening. [VIdeo]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6eEtmQc5Eq0
Emirichu. (2021, June 3). How I draw: Facial expressions. [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GWEte7NUmxs
Jensen, K. (2020). Planning ahead: 9 ways to drive teen turnout at your library-and 4 ways to lose their attention. School Library Journal. https://www.slj.com/story/9-ways-To-Drive-Teen-programming-Turnout-and-4-Ways-To-Lose-their-Attention-libraries-young-adults
Ibrahimi, N. (2023, July 2). Anime girl body tutorial: How to draw anime girl body for beginners (full process). [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fzigMN7bhKs
Mikeymegamega. (2017, April 19). How To Draw MALE ANIME MANGA CHARACTERS From BASIC SHAPES. [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2aXk8daAqrg