In this post I want to talk a bit about the primary stages of the drawing process for comics. There are obviously a lot of different ways to create stunning art for comics but the main ones that come to mind are the rough sketch, the pencils or refined lines, Read more
Welcome to Ram Studios Comics Art School Online! Happy to announce that I am now hosting all my courses here – https://www.online-courses.ramstudioscomics.com Not to worry if you are a student on the other platforms, I will still be taking care of you and adding new content. This new site will Read more
Hello Artists! I have just released my course, “Digital Art for Beginners.” This is something I have been working on for some time. If you follow my work then you already know most of everything I create these days is done with digital tools and programs. I have been working Read more
As artists and especially as comic artists we have to have a good understanding of human anatomy. It is not an easy task but it is definitely worth the effort. You can immediately tell when an artist spends time doing their studies of the human body. From gesture and figure Read more
In my latest Youtube video I explain how to draw some of the basic dynamics for smoke, clouds, and explosions. These effects are widely used for comics and other forms of storytelling. Check out the video below to see these two effects created! Hopefully this post + video will help Read more
Hello Fellow Comic Artists! My name is Robert Marzullo and I have been drawing comics since I was about 14 years old. ( Getting ready to turn 44 ) I was first published when I was 18 in an independent series called Aerial and Assault by Tyme Press. I have Read more
Welcome back fellow comic art enthusiasts! I have completed a new series of lessons for you on drawing in a traditional comic art style. From rough sketching to the final rendering and cross hatching stage, you will learn the process I use to create my art with good old pencil Read more
Are you a fan of custom brushes for Clip Studio Paint? I know I am! They save a ton of time and can really open up some new ideas when utilizing them. If nothing else, they are just plain fun to use! I have been creating brushes for years now. Read more
Ever wonder what steps you should take to improve your comic style art? I always get this question, “How can I improve my comic art?” I will admit the most common answer you will ever hear in your life is Practice! It’s is the answer that no student wants to Read more
Hello Fellow Artists! I wanted to share some of my findings on using silhouettes for your art. In this case I will be sharing the effect it has on character design but really this can apply to pretty much anything. It is wildly popular for concept art but can even Read more