New Masterclass Recording Out Now: Designing a Comic Page

Our latest masterclass is live on YouTube! In this session, Manuela O. Duque, an MTM Illustration graduate, guides you through the process of designing a compelling comic page. She shares practical tips on breaking down scripts into thumbnails, choosing the right panel layouts, and balancing dialogue with art to create smooth, engaging storytelling. Whether you're new to comics or looking to refine your technique, this masterclass is packed with insights to help you elevate your work.

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Discover the World of Illustration at MTM College

At MTM, you’ll dive into a curriculum crafted by comic industry veterans and active professionals, where every class is tailored to elevate your individual style. From acquiring traditional skills like figure drawing, and perspective to digital software skills, our curriculum offers the best of both worlds.

Our curriculum is an all-encompassing journey towards becoming a comic artist. You'll learn to create comics from the ground up: scriptwriting, thumbnailing, paneling, and even producing the final artwork that will be able to convey a good story. We emphasize the art of visual storytelling throughout, teaching you to guide the reader's eye, balance text and picture, and develop kinetic compositions that give life to your ideas.

What truly sets our program apart is its focus on real-world skills. You'll receive personal mentorship in small classes so that every critique is supporting your development. Beyond art principles, you'll learn essential entrepreneurial skills: writing contracts, determining commission rates, and marketing yourself - that will position you to prosper as a studio illustrator or freelance illustrator. Our extensive roster of successful graduates who work in major companies like Marvel, DC and Darkhorse Comics, say our curriculum prepared them for their careers in the best way.

If you’re ready to become a comic book artist, character designer, or storyteller who can command both traditional and digital media, MTM’s Illustration Program is the place to be. Join us and take the first step toward a vibrant, creative career in the entertainment industry.

Why attend? Because here at MTM, you’re not just learning art - you’re becoming part of a passionate, supportive community that collaborates, shares opportunities, and inspires one another every day.

Upcoming Free Events

🎨 Portfolio Review Fair – Friday, March 1st (In-Person)
Are you working on a portfolio for art school or the industry? This is your chance to get feedback from industry professionals—completely free.

This event is open to all artists, whether you’re applying to MTM or not. If you want to know where you stand and how to make your work stronger, this is your opportunity.

🖌️ MTM Open House – Saturday, March 22nd (In-Person)
Want to explore our campus, meet our instructors, and see the beautiful artwork created by our students? Join us for an afternoon of creativity and inspiration.

Plus, we’re giving away two signed copies of FREEHAND FIGURE DRAWING FOR ILLUSTRATORS by Marvel & DC artist Dave Ross!

✏️ FREE Application Week – March 3-7th (New Dates)
For one week only, you can apply to MTM College for FREE. If you’re serious about building a career in concept art, animation, or illustration, this is the perfect chance to take the first step—without worrying about the application fee.

We’re so excited for what’s coming up and hope to see you soon, whether at the Open House, the Portfolio Review Fair, or inside one of our classes.

Questions? Email me (Amanda) at [email protected] anytime!

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