Hey Restless Readers, welcome to Restless Learning the newest segment of Restless Colour designed to explore the many elements of illustration.
This is part one of a series looking at some of the resources you could consider adding to your reference library. A reference library is basically a set of resources that you as an illustrator or artist could refer to when looking for inspiration, ideas and understanding.
PART ONE
Each comic panel is a mini canvas filled with dynamic compositions and colour pallets that all contribute to the mood and feeling of the story. If you analyse each panel you'll find the quality of line plays a big role in emphasizing certain elements of a scene to convey emotion and create a focal point. The exaggerated anatomy of characters are another element that assist in portraying the extremes of emotion in a scene. It is handy to keep in mind that everything on a comic page is there for a reason and is mapped out to tell a story which will help you're figure out what it is you like about certain illustrations.
With such a massive range of comics available in stores and online it's hard to even know where to start, but don't let this overwhelm you. I would recommend going into a second-hand bookstore or book exchange and grabbing a bunch of cheap comics that catch your eye and just immerse yourself in the illustrations. After studying a few comics you'll probably get a better idea of the comic styles and artists you like. Then you can head to your local comic store with confidence, or if you don't want to spend any money just head to the library, most library’s now keep a range of comics and graphic novels and all you need is a library card.
Every artist and illustrator can gain something from this amazing resource which is why comics and graphic novels are an essential part of your reference library.
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