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Class Perks
Get These Coloso Exclusives
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Filled With PockyCity’s Exclusive Know-HowUnlimited Access to 25 Chapters -
Enables Immediate Course ReviewPractice and Extra Exercises Files (PSD, CLIP) -
The Framework for Stable DrawingCharacter Proportions Reference Sheet
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Library for More Lively Character ActingCharacter Expression Reference -
Path to Black-and-White Manga MoodScreen Tone Sample Assets -
Showcasing a Professional Artist’s Workflow4–5 Page Short Manga PSD Files
Recommendation
Who should take this class?
Beginners Who Want to Solidify Manga Fundamentals but Feel Lost on Where to Start
Creators with Experience Seeking to Elevate Storyboard Detail and Visual Storytelling Skills
Aspiring Artists Seeking Commercial Manga and Doujinshi Publishing Know-How
Expert Comic Artist PockyCity's Portfolio
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Commercial Manga "Whale Song of Everlasting Clear Skies" -
Doujinshi Manga: A Night Spent Healing Wounds -
Commercial Manga "Operation: Win the Bunny's Heart"
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"Whale Song of Everlasting Clear Skies" EP.1 -
"Whale Song of Everlasting Clear Skies" EP.3 -
"Whale Song of Everlasting Clear Skies" EP.2
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A Page from "Whale Song of Everlasting Clear Skies" -
A Page from Doujinshi "Demons and Dragons 5" -
Doujinshi "Emotional Mishaps in the Demon Realm"
Why Take This Class?
Captivate your audience panel by panel with cinematic manga pacing that refuses to let go. You will master the exact directorial techniques needed to structure powerful narratives that heighten emotional impact and control reader perception. Beyond just drawing beautiful illustrations, this journey unlocks the secret to building relentless curiosity, sharp tension, and flawless momentum from scene to scene. Transform your artwork into an immersive experience and create iconic stories that leave a lasting impression long after the final page.
Overwhelmed by the scale of creating manga alone? Learn from the professional artist behind "Jang Cheong Gyeongga" and "Little White Rabbit's Heart Attack Plan" through a system built for absolute beginners. Break down complex production into actionable steps, mastering core creative fundamentals alongside a structured workflow. Build a solid artistic foundation and develop an efficient, repeatable pipeline that grows with your skills—transforming your creative vision into a professional reality.
Class Exercises
40 Class Exercises
Part 1. Bringing Ideas to Life: Story Planning and Character Design
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Story Ideation Methods and Workflow -
Character Development and Design -
Creating a Character Design Portfolio
Part 2. Drawing and Applying Realistic-Proportion Characters from Scratch
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Drawing the Fundamental Structure of the Face -
Refining and Enhancing Facial Anatomy -
Drawing the Human Skeleton and Musculature
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Drawing Basic Facial Structure -
Refining Facial Structure for Characters -
Drawing the Human Skeleton and Musculature
Part 3. Chibi Character Drawing and Applications
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Fundamentals of Chibi Character Drawing -
Expressing Emotions with Chibi Characters -
Using Chibi Characters in Manga
Part 4. Basic Storyboard Concepts
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Using Basic Shot Types (Long, Medium, and Close-Up Shots) -
Reading Flow and Eye-Guidance Techniques -
Balancing Dialogue and Visual Composition
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Turning Written Ideas into Visual Scenes -
Designing Effective Page-Turn Moments -
Arrangement of Character Positions and Sizes
Part 5. Thinking Like a Director: Advanced Storyboarding and Visual Storytelling
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Storyboards for Continuous Actions -
Using Motion Lines and Effect Lines -
Interaction Through Character Eye Contact
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Techniques for Refining Storyboards -
Camera Angles and Shot Positioning -
Storyboards That Express Emotion Without Dialogue
Part 6. Elevating Your Artwork: Visual Expression and Atmosphere Building
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Dialogue Bubble Design -
Font Selection and Emotional Changes in Typography -
Placement and Use of Sound Effects and Mimetic Text
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Variations in Line Thickness -
Different Ways to Use Black in Manga -
Practical Examples of Using Black
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Creating Background Atmosphere -
Using Screentones and Manga Tools -
Expressing Light and Shadow with Different Screentone Densities
Part 7. Drawing and Using Backgrounds in Manga
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Application of Backgrounds in Storyboards -
Background Simplification Techniques -
Integrating Backgrounds and Characters
Part 8. The Visual Showcase: Eye-Catching Manga Cover Design
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Composition Design -
Cover Design -
Title Layout / Logo Design -
Key Differences Between Commercial Manga & Doujinshi Cover Design
Final Product Examples
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Character Design Sheet 1 -
Character Design Sheet 2 -
Creating a Character Design Portfolio 1 -
Creating a Character Design Portfolio 2
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Cover Design -
Finished Manga
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Finished Manga -
Finished Manga
*The above images are sample images for a better understanding.
Class Highlights
Black-and-White Manga Masterclass From Zero to Pro
Unlock a systematic framework for manga production covering character expressions, precise linework, visual composition, and layout drafting. Tailored for beginners, this step-by-step progression helps you confidently navigate black-and-white storytelling while strengthening core artistic fundamentals to successfully bring your own finished manga to life.
Master Visual Storytelling and Control the Reader’s Eye Flow
Elevate the absolute core of manga storytelling by mastering pure visual narratives that command emotion and depth even without a single line of dialogue. You will dive into a systematic framework of panel composition, guiding reader eyes smoothly across the page while controlling cinematic tension and emotional weight with absolute precision. This class transforms classic black-and-white manga mechanics into a practical superpower, giving you the exact tools to grip your audience and keep them breathlessly turning pages until the very end.
From Doujinshi Publishing to Commercial Manga Debut
Align your work with the real operational standards of commercial manga production. Master efficient layer management, professional-quality final pages, and the essentials of submissions and publishing contracts. By cutting through trial and error, you will sharpen both your artistic instincts and industry mindset, growing into a competitive, well-prepared professional creator.



































