Building creative confidence
Comic Book Creation Workshops
Our community classes are hands-on workshops where students take online and/or in-person classes to learn how to design characters, create stories, and build confidence through the art of comic books. Our classes use digital tools so anyone can create—even if you don’t know how to draw or write.
All workshops are fully accessible, and in the future we will also offer traditional illustration courses.
In These Classes…
Participants gain creative confidence, self-expression, and storytelling skills while working on real comic book projects. Since our courses are taught using digital tools, they are designed to be accessible for all people of all abilities. You don’t need prior art or writing experience—just bring your imagination. Perfect for youth, adults, families, and care coordinators seeking unique enrichment opportunities.
1 on 1 (Online)
$100 per student (1 hr)
Get taught directly by one of our instructors. Perfect for those who want personalized attention and creative growth.
Double (Online)
$75 per student (1 hr)
Sign up with a friend and work together, while building stories and characters with a trained Cooley Comics instructor.
Group
(In-Person)
$50 per student (2 hrs)
Book a workshop for a group and experience the joy of creating together in a supportive, social environment.
This option should only be booked for organizers who have 8 people minimum & 15 maximum.
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What Will You Learn?
Each workshop is customized for the group or individual. We start by teaching our digital tools and craft the lessons based on the interests of the group or individual, as we progress.
Lessons may include:
- Character Creation – Design your own character and bring them to life using digital art tools.
- Storytelling & Writing – Develop your story ideas into compelling narratives with guidance from our facilitators.
- World Building – Create unique settings and environments where your characters’ stories unfold.
- Comic Layout & Design – Learn the basics of comic book page design and visual storytelling.
In this video students from NYSAA receive their comic books at a celebration event. workshop is customized for each group and individual.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to know how to draw or write to join?
No! Our workshops are designed so that anyone can create using digital tools. While you can certainly bring your own drawing and writing skills, we first teach participants how to use our accessible digital tools to design characters and tell stories.
Do you work with people with special needs?
Absolutely. About 40% of participants in our in-person workshops have been conducted and facilitated for the special needs community, and our courses are fully accessible for all.
Have you hired people with disabilities?
Yes—we’ve proudly hired 5 people with disabilities as part of our comic-making team, working in both digital and traditional art.
Can I order printed copies of my comic?
Yes! Every participant has the option to order printed copies of the comic they create for an additional cost.