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.

Collaborative (Hybrid)

$150 per session (1 hr)

Work together (we encourage caretakers to attend), while building stories and characters with a trained Cooley Comics instructor. Note: This course offers online and in-person options.

1 on 1 (Hybrid)

$100 per session (1 hr)

Get taught directly by one of our instructors. Perfect for those who want personalized attention, to. learn specific skills, and creative growth. Note: This course offers online and in-person options.

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.

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.

• Who can participate in the Community Classes?
  Anyone! These sessions are open to all individuals, regardless of experience level or ability.

• Do participants under 16 need an adult present?
  Yes. For participants younger than 16, an adult must be in attendance during virtual workshops.

• What kinds of skills will participants learn?
  Participants will learn digital and traditional illustration, creative writing, and comic storytelling. They’ll also use digital tools—including AI—to create characters and stories even if they can’t draw or write.

• How are the workshops structured?

  • One-on-one or two-on-one sessions: fully personalized to the participant’s goals.

  • Group sessions: a fun, shared experience (less customizable).

• How long are the workshops?
  Each session is typically about 1–2 hours, depending on the format and goals of the participant(s).

• Who are the instructors?
  Workshops are led by Cooley Comics professionals, including writers, illustrators, and digital art specialists, matched to each participant’s goals.

• Are the workshops recorded?
  Yes. All workshops are recorded so participants can revisit the material. Recordings are kept private and are never shared outside Cooley Comics unless specifically discussed and agreed upon with the participant.

• What technology and software are used?

  • Cooley Comics provides access to licensed and paid platforms during the workshops.

  • Participants may encounter tools that require personal purchase to access outside the workshop.

  • During each session, participants have unlimited use of Cooley Comics platforms and licensed software (within reason).

• What time of day are the sessions?
• Collaborative and 1 on 1 sessions can be flexible and booked during typical business hours (Monday through Friday between the hours of 9AM – 7PM ET). Group sessions typically happen weekdays between the hours of 10AM – 5PM.