Creating Your Own Manga Comic- Process and Design Tips

James L. Barry, illustrator for the Warriors Manga series, will be explaining the process of creating a comic from script to print. Learn how to sketch out your thumbnails and turn that into an inked page, so you can make your own manga. James will also be giving tips on how to layout your pages for dynamic and effective storytelling.

Introduction to the Warriors Manga and How To Draw Manga Cats

Learn secrets of the clans as James L. Barry, illustrator for the Warriors Manga, guides you through the world of warrior cats. You’ll see original art from the Lost Warrior Trilogy and be the first to get a peek at the upcoming Ravenpaw manga. James will also be demonstrating how to draw warrior cats in a variety of poses, so bring your pencils and follow along!

Adult Anime Win, Lose, or Draw

Come challenge your artistic skills as you try to draw your favorite adult themes in this game!

Artist Concourse

Are you a self-made artist? The MTAC Concourse is the place for you to display and sell your works! Click here to learn how to become involved and reserve your table space today!

Photoshop with Applegeeks

Join the guys from Applegeeks as they explain the ins and outs of Photoshop for use in illustration and creating comics.

Basic Manga/Anime Styles

What are the differences between manga style like Shoujo, Shounen, Magical girl, action, fashion, etc.? A brief explanation on some of the main styles of anime and manga. We'll explore the characteristics of these styles and why artists use them.

Intro to Copics

A panel showing different Copic techniques and applications used for art. Other types of Marker mediums will be discussed, as well.