Dynamic Manga Action & Fight Scenes
A course by Odunze Oguguo , Manga and Comic Illustrator
Master manga action scenes with dynamic poses, paneling, and visual effects to create captivating fight narratives
Delve into the dynamic world of manga action scenes, where storytelling meets high-energy artistry. Learn the essentials of creating captivating fight sequences with a focus on anatomy, motion, and visual effects. Discover techniques to draw realistic poses and understand foreshortening to convey energy and believability. Explore the use of panel layouts, angles, and pacing to craft tension and excitement, guiding the reader's eye through action sequences. With insights into integrating sound effects and enhancing movement using speed lines and motion blur, elevate your storytelling to new heights.
Perfect your craft by defining fight scenes that resonate emotionally and narratively. Gain step-by-step guidance on planning and designing your scenes, from scripting to thumbnailing and choreography. Uncover the art of infusing emotional weight and narrative significance into every blow, making each fight memorable and unique. Through the exploration of various styles and scales, learn to craft both short brawls and strategic battles, ensuring each sequence leaves a lasting impact on readers. Embrace the journey of developing your own style and sidestepping common pitfalls to create polished, impactful manga action scenes.
What will you learn in this online course?
19 lessons & 19 downloads
- 17 students
- 19 lessons (4h 40m)
- 19 additional resources (8 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: English, German, Spanish (Latam), French, Indonesian, Italian, Dutch, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Turkish
- Spanish · English · Portuguese · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch · Turkish · Romanian · Indonesian
- Level: Beginner
- Unlimited access forever
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Clip Studio PaintWhat is this course's project?
Students will craft dynamic manga fight scenes, focusing on anatomy, paneling, and visual effects. They'll learn to convey emotion and narrative through battles, developing unique styles while avoiding common pitfalls, culminating in polished, impactful manga pages.
Who is this online course for?
Aspiring manga artists seeking to master dynamic fight scenes and storytelling techniques will find valuable insights here. Perfect for those wanting to enhance their skills in anatomy, paneling, and visual effects, while developing a unique artistic style in manga creation.
Requirements and materials
No extensive prior knowledge is necessary; however, basic drawing skills and an understanding of manga art fundamentals are beneficial. Required materials include a digital drawing tablet or traditional drawing tools, access to Clip Studio Paint, and a computer for digital work.
Odunze Oguguo
A course by Odunze Oguguo
Whyt Manga is a Nigerian artist and illustrator specializing in manga and comics, known for creating energetic narrative worlds, powerful characters, and a visual style that blends Japanese manga, Western comics, and contemporary pop culture. Through his personal and editorial projects, he has developed a distinctive visual language focused on sequential storytelling, character design, and world-building.
Alongside his creative work, Whyt Manga is the co-founder of a publishing platform dedicated to supporting new voices in comics and illustration, where he has contributed to the creation and release of internationally distributed anthologies and series. In his courses, he guides students through the process of building strong visual stories, from concept and style to graphic narrative, sharing practical tools to turn ideas into manga and comic projects with their own identity.
Content
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U1
Introduction
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About Me
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Influences
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U2
The Fundamentals of Action
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Elements of Great Manga Action Scenes
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Dynamic Paneling 1
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Dynamic Paneling 2
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Dynamic Paneling 3
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Visual Effects and Impact 1
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Visual Effects and Impact 2
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U3
Defining the Fight Scene
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Select the Kind of Battle
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Designing the Fight Scene 1
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Designing the Fight Scene 2
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Emotion and Storytelling in Fights 1
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Emotion and Storytelling in Fights 2
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Exploring Styles and Scales
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U4
Bringing All Together
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Fight Scene Elaboration 1
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Fight Scene Elaboration 2
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Developing Your Own Style
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Common Mistakes to Avoid
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Podcast: How I Found My Voice Through Manga and Mistakes
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FP
Final project
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Dynamic Manga Action & Fight Scenes
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