Explore how storytelling through graphic novels and comics with Donna Letterese! While reading “American Born Chinese” by Gene Luen Yang, students will learn the principles of storytelling, character design, and graphic novel/comic book layout.
Gene Luen Yang’s “American Born Chinese” blends elements of fantasy and reality to create a personal but universal story of identity and self-acceptance.
Students enrolled in this workshop will receive a free art kit, including a copy of “American Born Chinese”.
“American Born Chinese” & Graphic Novels: Sharing Experiences & Tales” with Donna Letterese
2-Week Workshop:
Saturday, May 13, 2023
Saturday, May 20, 2023
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Ages: 13-15
Max. 10 students
Fee: FREE
Online via Zoom
All enrollment is through Eventbrite! Registration is from April 5 to May 10
If you have any questions, feel free to email us at DCA.Barnsdall.JAC@lacity.org.
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