In 2014 I revisited the A5 mini-comic format with 4 issues of THUNK, showcasing cartoon art developed by students in a series of cartoon intensives & masterclasses I ran in Hobart and Melbourne late 2013 and early 2014. These classes were part of my School Of Cartoon Artistry series, intended for previous students and students who had a serious interest in developing their cartoon drawing as an art, rather than ‘just’ an entertainment. There was more focus on shared learning within the group, extended immersive experimentation, and development of their own ideas and personal style. Below are some excerpts.
THUNK #1 features work from students aged 10 – 13, who attended my 6-week School Of Cartoon Artistry course in Hobart, late 2013:
THUNK #2 features work from students aged 9 – 13, who attended my 8-week School Of Cartoon Artistry course in Hobart, early 2014:
THUNK #3 features work from students aged 9 – 13, who attended School Of Cartoon Artistry intensive workshops in Hobart, Jan & April 2014. The series of intensives explored techniques from the thINK drawing process, and were themed Gross’N’Ghoully, Comic Strip Lab, Critters & Beasties, and Clothes & How To Draw ‘Em:
THUNK #4 features work from students aged 9 – 13, who attended School Of Cartoon Artistry intensive workshops in Melbourne, April 2014. The series of intensives explored techniques from the thINK drawing process, and were themed Gross’N’Ghoully, Comic Strip Lab, and Human Zoo:
