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Winter 2008 - 84 pages

DRAW! 15 is the big Back To School issue! So you want to go to an art school that offers a degree or major focus on comics and cartooning - but which school is the right one for you? Are you a mainstream type, or the next Harvey Pekar? Either way, choosing the right school is important, and in this issue, Editor-in-Chief Mike Manley covers all the major schools who offer comic art as a major part of their curriculum, from the Center For Creative Studies, SVA, SCAD, the Joe Kubert School, and more! We dig down and interview the faculty, plus some students currently enrolled, as well as past graduates, to give prospective students the best overview to date of collegiate-level comic art classes. Plus, there’s an interview with fan-favorite artist Bill Reinhold, and Mike Manley and Bret Blevins provide the latest installment of their acclaimed Comic Art Bootcamp series, chock full of drawing tips and tricks. There’s also product reviews, a color section, and more, all behind a new MIKE MANLEY cover! Includes a FREE Preview of WRITE NOW 17, also shipping this month! NOTE: May contain nudity for figure-drawing instruction; suggested for Mature Readers Only.

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Summer 2018 - 84 pages

Draw #35 travels from King’s Landing and the Mother of all Dragons to Middle Earth and all worlds in between with multiple award-winning (Hugo, Society of Illustrators, World Fantasy, Spectrum Gold) fantasy and sci-fi illustrator and fine artist, Donato Giancola. Then we take to the wild blue yonder with ace artist George Pratt (Enemy Ace: War Idyll, Batman: Harvest Breed)—a comic book artist, illustrator, fine artist, and teacher with a long and illustrious career. Plus we’ll have our regular line-up of columnists on hand: Crusty Critic Jamar Nicholas, Jerry Ordway (demonstrating the “ORD-way” of drawing), and Draw! editor Mike Manley and Bret Blevins with another installment of “Comic Art Bootcamp”. So join us on another epic quest in the never-ending search for artistic knowledge. NOTE: Contains minor nudity for figure-drawing instruction; suggested for Mature Readers Only.

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Spring 2017 - 84 pages

Draw #33 gets down to the nitty-gritty of superstar artist (and Eisner and Emmy Award winner) Bill Sienkiewicz! From Electra: Assassin and the groundbreaking Stray Toasters, to movie work on The Unforgiven, The Dark Knight, and the Jimi Hendrix tribute book Voodoo Child, Bill pulls back the curtain to show his amazing creative process. Next, Draw! takes you to the The Watts Atelier Of The Arts! In today's highly competitive world of illustration and concept design—and skyrocketing school tuitions—founder Jeffrey Watts has been running one of the best ateliers for training, where students gain the skills they need to get the jobs they want. Plus regular columnists Jerry Ordway and Jamar Nicholas, and Comic Art Bootcamp by Bret Blevins and Draw! editor Mike Manley, round out this comprehensive issue. NOTE: Contains nudity for figure-drawing instruction; suggested for Mature Readers Only.

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Winter 2016 - 84 pages

DRAW! #31 (80 FULL-COLOR pages, $8.95), the professional “how-to” magazine on comics and animation, busts some new moves, Philadelphia Freedom style! It features how-to's and demos by Philly area artists JG Jones (52, Final Crisis, Wanted, Batman and Robin) and Khoi Pham (The Mighty Avengers, The Astonishing Spider-Man, The Mighty World of Marvel). Plus regular contributor Jamar Nicholas gives his reviews of art supplies, and we finish this jam-packed issue with Jerry Ordway (demonstrating the "ORD-way" or drawing) and Comic Art Bootcamp by Draw! editor Mike Manley (another local Philly resident) and Bret Blevins. Grab a side of cheese fries, and enjoy this artistic belly buster!

NOTE: This issue's Part 6 of a top secret, all-encompassing TwoMorrows Crossover that we’ve been planning for several months. Each of our November-December 2015 releases features a special two-page spread that interconnects to form one massive image, showcasing the efforts of nearly 100 of the comics industry’s top talents! But could bring so many people together for this one “jam” project? There’s clues in each new magazine release, in this order:
Alter Ego #136 (Part 1)
Back Issue #85 (Part 2)
Comic Book Creator #10 (Part 3)
Jack Kirby Collector #66 (Part 4)
BrickJournal #37 (Part 5)
Draw #31 (this issue, Part 6, which contains a key to who drew what)
And the final, big reveal is in Alter Ego #137 (Part 7).

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Spring 2015 - 84 pages

DRAW! magazine (80 FULL-COLOR pages, $8.95), the professional “how-to” magazine on comics and animation, crosses the 30-issue mark with a great set of interviews and demos from today's top comics creators! We start with an interview with Eisner and Harvey Award-winning artist CHRIS SAMNEE (Agents of Atlas, Batman, Avengers, Captain America), the creator who's on everyone's radar with his current Daredevil work. Then we kick the can over to comics veteran JACKSON GUICE (Captain America, Superman, Ruse, Thor) to talk about his creative process and his new series Winter World. PLUS: "The Right Way, the Wrong Way, and the ORDWAY!" with new columnist Jerry Ordway, Jamar Nicholas with reviews of art supplies, and "Comic Art Bootcamp" by Draw editor Mike Manley and Bret Blevins!

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Fall 2014 - 84 pages

In DRAW! #29 (80 FULL-COLOR pages, $8.95), the professional “how-to” magazine on comics and animation, we "cover" illustrator extraordinaire Dave Dorman! Best known for his Star Wars related work, Dorman is a top painter of science fiction, fantasy, and horror novel covers, and an in-demand comic book cover artist. DRAW explores his career, and the techniques he mastered to become a success. ALSO: LeSean Thomas is a quickly rising star in the field of animation and comics. He garnered acclaim as the supervising character designer and co-director of The Boondocks, and his work as a producer and director has helped make Black Dynamite: The Animated Series an instant cult classic. Now he tells us what it takes to make it big in today’s animation industry. PLUS: "The Right Way, the Wrong Way, and the ORDWAY!" with new columnist Jerry Ordway, and "Comic Art Bootcamp" by Draw editor Mike Manley and Bret Blevins!

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Winter 2014 - 84 pages

In DRAW! #27 (80 FULL-COLOR pages, $8.95), the professional “how-to” magazine on comics and animation, we cover the "Cover Guy", Dave Johnson! From 100 Bullets to Deadpool, Punisher Max and more, Johnson gives us an intensive blow-by-blow on the creative process that makes him a top cover artist for Marvel, DC, Image, and others. ALSO: Even if you don’t know his name, you've seen Stephen Silver's work as one of today's most in-demand character designers, for shows such as “Kim Possible”, “Danny Phantom”, and Kevin Smith’s animated “Clerks” series. Silver even has his own Character Design App, and will walk you through his approach to creating the look for some of the most recognizable creations in Hollywood. PLUS: "The Right Way, the Wrong Way, and the ORDWAY!" with new columnist Jerry Ordway, “Crusty Critic” Jamar Nicholas reviews art supplies, and "Comic Art Bootcamp" by Draw editor Mike Manley and Bret Blevins! NOTE: May contain nudity for figure-drawing instruction; suggested for Mature Readers Only.

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Fall 2013 - 84 pages

From Barsoom to the cold winds of Cimmeria, DRAW! #26 (80 pages, now in its new FULL-COLOR format, $8.95), the professional “how-to” magazine on comics and animation, interviews legendary illustrator JOE JUSKO, as he explains and illustrates his process creating some of the top fantasy art being produced today! Plus, JAMAR NICHOLAS interviews JIMM RUGG, the artist behind Street Angel, Afrodisiac, The P.L.A.I.N. Janes and Janes in Love, One Model Nation, and The Guild. Draw! also welcomes new regular contributor JERRY ORDWAY with the debut of a regular feature on his behind-the-scenes working process as an industry legend. There's also more Comic Art Bootcamp with Draw! editor MIKE MANLEY and BRET BLEVINS, JAMAR NICHOLAS' The Crusty Critic reviews of artist materials, and more! NOTE: May contain nudity for figure-drawing instruction; suggested for Mature Readers Only.

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Summer 2013 - 84 pages

DRAW! #25 (80 pages, now in its new FULL-COLOR format), the professional “how-to” magazine on comics and animation, features the über-talented Lee Weeks! You know his outstanding work from Daredevil, Incredible Hulk, et al. His insight into the artform is must-read material. Also, DRAW! gets to know DC’s Turkish sensation, Yildiray Çinar! From his work on Noble Causes to the recent New 52 Fury of the Firestorms, Yildiray is making quite a name for himself. We also welcome comic book veteran inker Joe Rubinstein for a chat about his storied career, plus there’s the usual assortment of columns you know and love: “Comic Art Bootcamp” with Mike Manley and Bret Blevins, “Rough Critique” with Bob McLeod, and “The Crusty Critic” with Jamar Nicholas! Edited by Mike Manley. NOTE: May contain nudity for figure-drawing instruction; suggested for Mature Readers Only.

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Winter 2013 - 84 pages

Draw! #24 (84 pages with COLOR) gets up-close and in the studio with illustrator Glen Orbik, as he demos how he creates his fully painted noir paperback and comic covers for Marvel, DC Comics and others! Then we jump from comics to animation as Draw! interviews Robert Valley (pioneer of the cutting-edge psychedelic animation for Harmonix Music Systems' “The Beatles: Rock Band" music video, and character designer on Tron: Uprising and Motor City). Plus there's the latest installment of Comic Art Bootcamp (this time on "Dramatic Lighting") with editor Mike Manley and Bret Blevins, reviews of new art supplies by Crusty Critic Jamar Nicholas, and a Rough Critique of a newcomer's work by Bob McLeod! NOTE: May contain nudity for figure-drawing instruction; suggested for Mature Readers Only.

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Spring 2012 - 84 pages

Draw! #22 (84 pages with COLOR) presents an in-depth interview with one of the top inkers of the modern age, SCOTT WILLIAMS! From his days at Marvel and Image, to his work with JIM LEE on such pivotal series as "Batman: Hush", Scott discusses his working process with editor Mike Manley, and shows he's an accomplished solo artist in his own right (as evidenced by this issue's striking cover). Then, Danny Fingeroth interviews superstar writer/artist FRANK MILLER about his career and working methods, including samples of Miller and KLAUS JANSON's working process, showing examples of their work from thumbnails and pencils to finished inks. Plus, there's another installment of MIKE MANLEY and BRET BLEVINS’ “Comic Art Bootcamp”, a “Rough Critique” of a newcomer’s work by BOB McLEOD, product and art supply reviews by "Crusty Critic" JAMAR NICHOLAS, and more! NOTE: May contain nudity for figure-drawing instruction; suggested for Mature Readers Only.

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Fall 2011 - 84 pages

In Draw! #21 (84 pages with COLOR), we track down the Urban Barbarian—DAN PANOSIAN! From his stint at Image as a top inker and his fan-favorite work at Marvel as a penciler on X-force and Wolverine, as well as his independent illustration and design work, Dan has always been in demand. Now, editor Mike Manley talks shop with Panosian, as we learn the secrets behind how he produces his gritty, design-inspired work. Then, Danny Fingeroth interviews Emmy award winning writer/artist DEAN HASPIEL, about his creations BILLY DOGMA and the semi-autobiographical STREET CODE, and his pioneering work in personal webcomics with the invention of ACT-I-VATE. Plus, another installment of Mike Manley and Bret Blevins’ “Comic Art Bootcamp”, a “Rough Critique” of a newcomer’s work by Bob McLeod, product and art supply reviews by Jamar Nicholas, art-related website and book reviews, and more! NOTE: May contain nudity for figure-drawing instruction; suggested for Mature Readers Only.

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Spring 2011 - 84 pages

DRAW! #20 (84 pages with color), the professional “how-to” magazine on comics and animation, gets unprecendented access behind-the-scenes with comics icon WALTER SIMONSON, as the artist takes us into his studio for an interview and demo of his working processes. Also, pro inker and former Rough Stuff editor BOB McLEOD presents another of his regular "Rough Critiques" of a newcomer’s work, while former Write Now! magazine editor DANNY FINGEROTH presents his ongoing feature spotlighting the top Writer/Artists in the comics industry—this time focusing on Mad magazine's AL JAFFEE! Also, there’s an interview and demo with TRACY BUTLER, writer/artist of the webcomic-turned-graphic novel Lackadaisy, on her classic animation-inspired style and how she produces her strip, and her concurrent artwork for the gaming industry. Then, JAMAR NICHOLAS presents another “Crusty Critic” column, cluing you in on the best art supplies and tool technology, while MIKE MANLEY and BRET BLEVINS assemble another installment of their indispensable Comic Art Bootcamp lessons, sure to offer insights to new and experienced artists alike! Plus there’s Web links, comic and book reviews, and more! Edited by Mike Manley. NOTE: May contain nudity for figure-drawing instruction; suggested for Mature Readers Only.

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Fall 2010 - 84 pages

DRAW! #19 (80 pages with color), the professional “how-to” magazine on comics and animation, goes behind-the-scenes into the studio of Doug Braithwaite (Earth X, Secret Invasion: Thor, The Punisher, Justice and The Brave & the Bold), one of the top realistic artists working in comics today, for a demo and interview. Beginning this issue, we welcome pro inker and former ROUGH STUFF editor Bob McLeod to DRAW!, as he presents a regular "Rough Critique" of a newcomer’s work. Also, former WRITE NOW! magazine editor Danny Fingeroth comes aboard for a regular feature on Writer/Artists—this time spotlighting R. Sikoryak, writer/artist of the current "Masterpiece Comics" collection, and contributor of comics style spoofs to The Daily Show and a wide variety of mainstream magazines. Then, Mike Manley offers another installment of Comic Art Bootcamp, this time focusing on his work as the new artist on the Judge Parker newspaper strip! Edited by Mike Manley. NOTE: May contain nudity for figure-drawing instruction; suggested for Mature Readers Only.

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Autumn 2008 - 84 pages

DRAW! #17 (80 pages with color) goes behind the pages of the hit series of graphic novels starring Scott Pilgrim—a slacker hero and wannabe rock star—with his creator and artist, Bryan Lee O'Malley, to see how he creates the acclaimed series! Then, learn how B.P.R.D.’s Guy Davis works on that series in an exclusive tutorial! Plus, there’s the latest installment of Comic Art Bootcamp, this time on “Learning from The Great Cartoonists” by Bret Blevins and Mike Manley! All this, plus reviews, resources for artists, and more! Edited by Mike Manley. NOTE: May contain nudity for figure-drawing instruction; suggested for Mature Readers Only.

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Summer 2008 - 84 pages

DRAW! #16 features an in-depth interview and coverage of the creative process of Howard Chaykin. From the early ’70s at DC, Star Wars, and Heavy Metal, to American Flagg and now Wolverine, we catch up with one of comics most innovative artist/storytellers! Also, we go behind the drawing board and animation desk with Jay Stephens, from Jet Cat and Tutenstein to his new Cartoon Network show, Secret Saturdays! Then there's more Comic Art Bootcamp, this time focusing on How to use Reference, and Working from Photos by Bret Blevins and Mike Manley. Plus, reviews, resources, and new Chaykin cover, and more! NOTE: May contain nudity for figure-drawing instruction; suggested for Mature Readers Only.

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Summer 2007 - 84 pages

The twice Eisner Award-nominated DRAW! magazine, the top step-by-step magazine on drawing for comics and animation, brings you working “how-to” tutorials from today’s top pros in the industry. In issue 14, we bulk up and blast off with in-depth interviews and demos by DC Comics artist DOUG MAHNKE (JLA, Batman, Seven Soldiers: Frankenstein, Superman, Justice League Elite), OVI NEDELCU (Pigtale, WB Animation), and STEVE PURCELL (Sam and Max). Then, Mike Manley and Bret Blevins bring you Part III of our Comic Art Boot Camp: “Using Black to Power up Your Pages.” This installment will cover the best ways to use black placement to enhance and kick up the energy in your pages and designs. Plus, there's product reviews, a color section, and more, all behind a new DOUG MAHNKE cover! Edited by Mike Manley. Includes a FREE Preview of ALTER EGO 70, also shipping this month! NOTE: May contain nudity for figure-drawing instruction; suggested for Mature Readers Only.

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Winter 2006 - 88 Pages with Color Section

Eisner Award-nominated DRAW! magazine, the top step-by-step magazine on drawing for comics and animation, returns with another stellar selection of today’s working professional cartoonists and animators! Each artist invites us into their studio to reveal their working methods and tricks of the trade, and this issue features: A step-by-step demo of painting methods by cover artist Alex HORLEY (Heavy Metal, Vertigo, DC, Wizards of the Coast)! Part 2 of our in-depth interview with Kyle BAKER! Plus, interviews and demos by Banana Sundays’ Colleen COOVER, behind-the-scenes on Adult Swim’s Minoriteam, regular features on drawing by Bret BLEVINS and editor Mike MANLEY, links, a color section, and more! Includes a free preview of ROUGH STUFF #3! NOTE: May contain nudity for figure-drawing instruction; suggested for Mature Readers Only.

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Winter 2006 - 88 Pages with Color Section

Eisner Award-nominated DRAW! magazine returns for its 12th smash issue, as editor Mike Manley once again gathers step-by-step drawing and tutorial info from some of comics’ and animation’s best and most cutting-edge artists! This issue features a candid interview with Harvey Award winner Kyle Baker (Plastic Man, Nat Turner, The Truth) that reveals Baker’s working methods and step-by-step process on merging his traditional and digital work and his plunge into self publishing. Then, from Hysteria and Indy comics to Machine Teen and Marvel, we chat with up-and-coming superstar Mike Hawthorne about how he produces his groundbreaking work. Then, it’s the next installment of “Comic Art Boot Camp,” this time on Making Perspective Work For You, by Bret Blevins and Mike Manley, offering insights for amateurs and pros alike! Plus, we’ve got Photoshop techniques with Alberto ( Dr. Cyberfunken) Ruiz, Adult Swim’s the Venture Brothers, and more! NOTE: May contain nudity for figure-drawing instruction; suggested for Mature Readers Only.

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Summer 2005 - 96 Pages with Color Section

From Nexus to The Moth, multiple Eisner Award winner Steve Rude’s skill and powerful draftsmanship have made him one of the “artist’s artists” for almost two decades, and in Draw! #11 editor Mike Manley gets “The Dude” to discuss and illustrate his approach to the craft of comics, drawing and the mystery of The Moth! Also, from the heyday of the web cartoon, Roque Ballesteros has been in the forefront of Flash animation with his award-winning flash cartoon Joe Paradise. Having survived the burst of the dot-coms, and with his new studio partners Ghostbot, Ballesteros continues to be one of the leaders in Flash animation, from Happy Tree Friends and rock videos to commercials. Draw! holds an artistic seance with Ballesteros to reveal the inner world of Ghostbot! Plus, Jim Borgman is a Pulitzer Prize-winning political cartoonist and a Reuben Award winner for his daily comic strip Zits which chronicles the life of 15-year-old Jeremy Duncan. Draw! interviewer Jammar Nicholas catches up with the busy cartoonist for a revealing interview and a look at how he works! All this, and Draw!’s regular instructors Bret Blevins, Alberto Ruiz and more! NOTE: May contain nudity for figure-drawing instruction; suggested for Mature Readers Only.

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Winter 2005 - 96 Pages with Color Section

It’s up, up and away in DRAW! #10 (88 pages with COLOR SECTION), the professional “how-to” magazine on comics, cartooning, and animation! From Captain America to the JLA, artist RON GARNEY gives us a candid interview on his career, and a step-by-step on how he works (plus a new Superman cover)! GRAHAM NOLAN, artist on Batman and two of the classic and remaining adventure newspaper strips (The Phantom and Rex Morgan, MD), takes us into his studio and shows us how he keeps up the pace producing two strips! PLUS: Regular DRAW! instructor BRET BLEVINS on Dynamic Drapery (Part 2), ALBERTO RUIZ (a.k.a. Dr. Cyberfunken) with great Adobe Illustrator tricks and tips, and more! NOTE: May contain nudity for figure-drawing instruction; suggested for Mature Readers Only.

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Fall 2004 - 96 Pages with Color Section

DRAW! #9 concludes a two-part crossover with Write Now #8 (shipping earlier this month)! You’ll continue to follow the creative process of Danny Fingeroth and Mike Manley as they create their new comic character, “The Thief of Time”. The result is a full-color 8-page comic bound into this issue of Draw! Want to know how to make a comic book from scratch? All the answers are in this two-part series, taking you from script to print. Where Write Now #8 leaves off with brainstorming concepts, sketches, plot, and scripting, Mike Manley and Draw! take over with penciling, inking and coloring, lettering, and prepress. You’ll even follow the process of shepherding a comic all the way through the printing plant as well, teaching you everything you need to make your own comic! On top of all this will be an interview and demo by PVP’s (Player vs. Player) Scott Kurtz! A spotlight on Noel Sickles, “Father of the realistic comic strip” by Bret Blevins! Adobe Illustrator demos by Alberto (Dr. Cyberfunken) Ruiz! The return of Ande Parks, the Crusty Critic, with art supply reviews! Plus Draw!’s new Comics Section, featuring all new comics by some of today’s top cartoonists, like Bill Wray, Jose Agreda, and more! NOTE: May contain nudity for figure-drawing instruction; suggested for Mature Readers Only.

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Spring 2004 - 88 Pages with Color Section

DRAW! #8, the professional "How-To" magazine on comics, cartooning, and animation, has lined up more top pros to show you the tricks of the trade! From comics to video games, there's an interview and demo by MATT HALEY (Birds of Prey)! ANIMATION BASICS with Disney Animator TOM BANCROFT (Opposite Forces, Mulan)! From Spain, we explore the fantastic cartooning of José Agreda! There's our regular drawing feature by BRET BLEVINS! Plus reviews of the best art supplies, links and more, all behind a new MATT HALEY cover! NOTE: May contain nudity for figure-drawing instruction; suggested for Mature Readers Only.

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Fall 2003 - 88 Pages

DRAW! #7 kicks off with a fantastic film noiresque cover by featured artist DANIEL (Nocturnals, JLA Seven Caskets) BRERETON! Inside, Brereton gives an interview and a step-by-step demo on the painterly techniques of his full-color lush and sensual work! We also interview top San Francisco-based caricaturist ZACH TRENHOLM! Trenholm's work has graced many of today's top publications such as TV Guide, The Wall Street Journal and Entertainment Weekly, and he gives DRAW! readers tips on what makes a good caricature with a step-by-step demonstration! Then, ALBERTO RUIZ provides a full-color how-to lesson on drawing in Adobe Illustrator, including custom brushes and more! Plus, there's regular DRAW! columnists BRET BLEVINS on Figure Drawing, PAUL RIVOCHE on Design, and ANDE PARKS, the Crusty Critic, with more reviews of art supplies! NOTE: May contain nudity for figure-drawing instruction; suggested for Mature Readers Only.

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Spring 2003 - 92 Pages

DRAW! #6, the professional “How-To” magazine on comics, cartooning, and animation, presents another spectacular line-up of the comic industry’s top and award-winning talents! We get started off with a bang by our terrific cover from former Ren & Stimpy cellmates Bill (Monroe) Wray and Stephen DeStefano! Inside, there’s interviews and “How-To” demos on all aspects of creating comic imagery, including: An interview and demo on cartooning and painting by Bill Wray! Working in the digital realm in comics and illustration with cover artist Celia Calle! Stephen DeStefano on crossing over and working in both comics and animation! An inking tutorial by DRAW! editor Mike Manley! Plus the latest installment of our regular feature on figure drawing by Bret Blevins! A look at adding light and shadow to your work! New product reviews with Ande Parks! And even more of what’s made DRAW! the industry’s top magazine on drawing comics! NOTE: May contain nudity for figure-drawing instruction; suggested for Mature Readers Only.

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Winter 2003 - 88 Pages

DRAW! #5, the professional “How-To” magazine on comics, cartooning, and animation, features an interview, cover, and sketchbook by Mike WIERINGO! Also, Brian BENDIS and Mike OEMING show how they create the series Powers! Plus, Bret BLEVINS demonstrates “How to draw great hands”, Paul RIVOCHE shows “The illusion of depth in design”, and Terry BEATTY reviews must-have art books. There’s also reviews of the best art supplies, links, a color section and more! Edited by Mike MANLEY. NOTE: May contain nudity for figure-drawing instruction; suggested for Mature Readers Only.

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Spring 2002 - 92 Pages

DRAW! Magazine's 4th smash issue features tips on penciling, inking and coloring from some of the top talents working in the business of comics and animation. This issue features an informative and frank interview and step-by-step demo from the creator of The Savage Dragon, Erik Larsen! Plus, there's Kevin Nowlan (Jack. B. Quick) on drawing and inking techniques, Dave Cooper (Weasel) with a step-by-step demo on coloring in Photoshop, Bret Blevins (JLA, Batman Beyond, Warner Bros. Animation) on Figure Composition, Paul Rivoche (Warner Bros. Animation, JLA, Mr. X, Tom Strong) on the Design Process, our Crusty Critic Ande Parks (Green Arrow) reviews drawing papers, and much more! NOTE: May contain nudity for figure-drawing instruction; suggested for Mature Readers Only.

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Winter 2002 - 80 Pages

Draw #3 features an interview with Dick Giordano, who gives a step-by-step demonstration on inking techniques and theories. There's also an interview with Disney animator and director Chris Bailey, who shows how he took his character Major Damage from 2-D to 3-D. Editor Mike Manley gives a "how-to" on web comics, and Bret Blevins shows you how to put "Figures in Action." Also, Columnist Paul Rivoche (Mister X) begins a series on skills "Design for comics and animation," that examines setting and perspective, plus there's a discussion of trademarks and copyrights, drawing tips, and more! NOTE: May contain nudity for figure-drawing instruction; suggested for Mature Readers Only.

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Fall 2001 - 116 Pages

Back for its second issue, DRAW! is filled to bursting with more great interviews and “How-To” demonstrations from some of comics’ and animation’s top pros! This issue includes a cover by and interview with Cartoon Network’s GENNDY TARTACOVSKY, the man behind the boy genius DEXTER and the upcoming stylish, action, sci-fi show, SAMURAI JACK! Inking tips and tricks with KLAUS JANSON, who’s inked just about every book, character and penciler from the DARK KNIGHT to his current work on THE DEFENDERS! A chat with artist PHIL HESTER on creating and self-publishing comics like THE WRETCH and THE COFFIN, to mainstream success on THE GREEN ARROW and conquering Hollywood! An in-depth interview and How-To by STEVE CONELY, the artist behind the award winning on-line comic ASTOUNDING SPACE THRILLS and one of the chief architects behind the on-line portal Comicon.con and the Toonarama internet comic strip syndicate! And to top it off, the second installment of “Secrets of Drawing Sexy Women” by BRET BLEVINS, reviews, links and more! NOTE: May contain nudity for figure-drawing instruction; suggested for Mature Readers Only.

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Spring 2001 - 108 Pages with color

PREMIERE ISSUE! Finally, an in-depth “how-to” magazine on comics and cartooning by working professionals, for professionals and aspiring amateurs as well! DRAW! features interviews and demonstrations by top artists in the fields of comics, cartooning, and animation on such skills as layout, storytelling, penciling, inking, lettering, coloring, Photoshop techniques, as well as web guides and techniques, tips, tricks, and a handy reference source — this magazine has it all! The premiere issue packs a wallop with “How to draw” sections including: “Penciling” by JERRY ORDWAY, “Layout and Drawing on the Computer” by DAVE GIBBONS, “The Secrets of Drawing Sexy Women” by BRET BLEVINS, lettering by JOHN COSTANZA, and an inking demonstration by RICARDO VILLAGRAN! Featuring an article by SHANE GLINES, plus a piece on moving from comics to the Internet with KIERON DWYER and the men of Channel 13, LARRY YOUNG and JOHN HEEBINK on “The Bod,” a cover by BLEVINS, and much, much more! Edited by Action Planet’s MIKE MANLEY, and published by TwoMorrows Publishing! NOTE: May contain nudity for figure-drawing instruction; suggested for Mature Readers Only.

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