How To Draw Noir Comics

How to Draw Noir Comics:
The Art and Technique of Visual Storytelling

In his art instructional book, “How to Draw Noir Comics: The Art and Technique of Visual Storytelling” published by Penguin Random House, Shawn explains how the color black is a critical tool for drawing noir themed comics. Shawn also explores how to create a visual mood, character design, stage action / drama, and shares his approach to panel, page and cover design.

“How to Draw Noir Comics: The Art and Technique of Visual Storytelling” has been reprinted in several languages around the world and is available at Penguin Random House and Amazon.com. 

To promote the book’s release, Shawn directed and produced a commercial filmed on location in New York City.  

Watch the video below.