Online Studies
Online Studies Program – NEW CLASSES ADDED
Taught by industry professionals, the Joe Kubert School’s Online Studies Program presents the student with a six-week intensive designed for them to learn by instruction and critique. The Online Studies program is a great way to hone your skills and knowledge as a cartoonist.
THESE ARE NOT AFFILIATED WITH THE FULL-TIME PROGRAM.
- Evenings from 6:00 pm-7:30 pm ET (unless otherwise noted), once a week.
- Each class takes place over six weeks for a total of 6 sessions.
- Classes taught through Google Meet and Google Classroom.
- Price of $220.
Please email questions to: info@kubertschool.edu
FALL SESSION BEGINS 10/6/25 – 11/14/25
Creative Writing - WEDNESDAYS
6:00pm – 7:30pm
Phillip K Johnson (DC, Marvel)
phillipjohnson@kubertschool.edu
Basic Drawing I - MONDAYS
6:00pm – 7:30pm
Fernando Ruiz (Archie Comics)
fernandoruiz@kubertschool.edu
Learn the basic principles of drawing for comic books and illustration, with instruction in composition, design and perspective.
Dynamic Figure - WEDNESDAYS
4:00pm – 5:30pm
Maria Sanapo (DC, Dynamite)
mariasanapo@kubertschool.edu
Study the foundations of dynamic figure drawing with professional comic artist Maria Sanapo. This course focuses on anatomy, proportion, gesture, and movement to help students create expressive, believable human figures. Ideal for artists looking to strengthen their figure drawing skills and bring more life to their characters.
Pitching and Story Development - WEDNESDAYS
6:00pm – 7:30pm
Frank Barbiere (Marvel, Image Comics)
frankbarbiere@kubertschool.edu
Do you have a great idea but aren’t sure how to shape it into a story? Or maybe you’re wondering how to package your writing so it grabs an editor’s attention? In this workshop, award-winning writer Frank J. Barbiere (comics & videogames) will share practical, step-by-step techniques to: Develop raw ideas into compelling story concepts, Identify what makes your story unique and memorable, Build pitches that clearly communicate your vision and Present your work in a way that excites publishers and readers. Learn how to turn sparks of inspiration into fully realized stories and how to pitch them with confidence.
Character Generation: Concept & Design - TUESDAYS
6:00pm – 7:30pm
Mike Chen (DC Comics, Marvel & Archie)
mchen@kubertschool.edu
Learn the basic principles of character conceptualization for comic books, animation and video games with instruction in dynamic anatomy, marketing design, and research.
Traditional Inking - TUESDAYS
6:00pm – 7:30pm
JP Buzio
jonpeterbuzio@kubertschool.edu
Learn the fundamentals of traditional inking with instructor JP Buzio. In this class, the student will learn how to use the various tools involved to bring penciled artwork to an inked finish.
Conquering Copics! - THURSDAYS
6:00pm – 7:30pm
Fernando Ruiz (Archie Comics)
fernandoruiz@kubertschool.edu
Bring your art to the next level with full Copic Marker color!
In this course, professional comic book artist, Fernando Ruiz, will show you how to add full, beautiful marker colors to your art. Learn how to care for, refill, and use these incredibly versatile pens to bring your drawings to vivid, vibrant life! We will be using these markers to render skin tones, hair, metal and other forms of cool textures and dramatic lighting. Take this class and your new favorite color will be… FUN!
