How Write A Script For Your Comic! Making Comics 101 #06

You have your comic book plotted out but now it's time for the real nitty-gritty. Let's dive into how to write a script for your comic.
GET THE FREE COMIC MAKER STARTER KIT
www.serkworks....
Follow me on Patreon: / serkworks
SHOP FOR PRINTS, COMIC, APPAREL AND MAD SCIENCE SUPPLIES
www.serkworks....
SHOP FOR DIGITAL DESIGN TOOLS AND COMICS
www.serkworks....
GET QUALITY DESIGN RESOURCES AT AMAZING PRICES FROM DESIGN CUTS
www.designcuts...
GET AWESOME PRINTS AT CATPRINT
bit.ly/2lZnxT4
TOOLS I USE FOR MAKING COMICS
Prismacolor Col Erase Pencils- amzn.to/2r698Zo
Kuretake Sumi Brush Pen- amzn.to/2rfqVdU
Zebra Fude Brush Pen- amzn.to/2qG5aXD
Uni-Ball Signo Gel Pen- amzn.to/2r5PAoa
Copic Markers- amzn.to/2qg5CLf
Bristol Paper- amzn.to/2r6tT7k
Winsor & Newton Series 7 Brush: amzn.to/2vrJAEV
Deleter Black No 5 Ink: amzn.to/2uy2D3M
Wacom Cintiq 24 HD: amzn.to/2usVj8R
Wacom Intous Pro: amzn.to/2vrMiu1
CONNECT WITH ME ONLINE
www.serkworks....
/ serkworks
/ serkworks
/ serkworks
EMAIL ME AT
mailto:[e-mail]
#MakingComics101 #HatersHateCreatorsCreate #serkworks #Thee100s
NOTE: This description contains affiliate links to products and items mentioned in this video and support the channel at no cost to you. While this channel may earn small commission when the viewer uses the links, the viewer is in NO WAY obligated to use these links. Thanks for all your support!

[@n1ghtmar3w0lf3]

one thing i do when working on my project, think of how it would look on screen, like if it was on tv

[@ScottSerkland]

You may be limiting yourself because there are so many things you can do in comics that you just can’t do in film.

[@ripjawsquad]

@@ScottSerkland such as?

[@TheFinalFlesh]

@@ripjawsquad Why do you think flims don’t make carbon copy scenes of panels??

[@ripjawsquad]

@@TheFinalFlesh i mean its true but i was thinking the same thing and was thinking of some examples so i asked

[@landop3320]

@@ripjawsquad Yeah I wish he gave examples cuz looking at it like a movie seems like a good idea

[@michaelalford7006]

I do a rough ( and I mean rough) storyboard with dialogue jammed in there or off to the side. I mercilessly edit the dialogue until it fits. Once I get the layout in my head for a page I put my panels in place, do rough sketches , and then do all my lettering. Basically I got tired of drawing something and then covering it up with dialogue, so I started doing the lettering first. Then pencils, then inks. Then scan, then color. I call it the 'I Don't Really Know What I'm Doing Method'.

[@ScottSerkland]

It sounds like you know what your doing. You've tested out different to do comics and arived at a method that works for you. There's no wrong way, just the right way for you.

[@PuppetMaster8707]

I'm so happy you did this series it has been sooooo great and informative

[@ScottSerkland]

Thanks Matt. So glad you like it!

[@theofelix99]

instablaster.

[@tonysmith9005]

​@@ScottSerklandMy name is Tony Naeem smith I am your number one fan 🪭

[@dplj4428]

@@ScottSerklandjust now discovered and subscribed. Thanks for putting this 101 out there in the multiverse 🪐🐣🐥

[@ripjawsquad]

one day, when one of your viewers becomes the next Marvel or DC, I bet you'll be thanked well.

[@ScottSerkland]

You know, I have thought about that. I hope that day will come!

[@ArtCreatorsChannel]

Great video, Scott! It depends on the project, but for me typically I like to start with a storyboard by drawing and writing a rough draft at the same time.. Then refining the scripting and tighter layouts in later stages on the drawing page.. Similar to how a lot of classic cartoons used to be made. I like to do some scripting as recorded audio, too. Gives a whole other mindset to it. I don’t mind starting with a lot of detailed plotting or scripting for stuff like serious personal drama stories or complex epic fantasy stuff with a million things to keep track of. I’ve got to try the Marvel method someday, it always sounds like a fun way to make comics. Seems like it would be great for big plot driven action stuff.

[@ScottSerkland]

It’s always interesting to hear about other people’s process Adam. I just recorded a video where I use the Marvel Method and rewrite the dialog from an old Public Domain Comic. It was a fun exercise, That video will be the bonus video when we get to writing dialogue.

[@ArtCreatorsChannel]

Serkworks Art Labs Sounds great, looking forward to it!

[@itsmeart]

I love to just get the holl story when I am drawing it out.... I know it's not true at all 😂😂😅

[@ScottSerkland]

I usually work from a full script but it’s not the only way and maybe not even the best way.

[@dplj4428]

2:40 some of best artist are storyteller 6:50 a picture can tell instead The art of visual storytelling, writing and illustration: What you remove is just as important as what you decide to keep. - Do we honor our audience if we don’t let their imaginations be part of the story? 9:04 setting tone, page to page turn. Cinematography. Establishing shots. Less words where visual tells it: kind of reminds me of talk heavy movies that forget effective scene setup or a single smirk can say a thousand words. Likewise, no busy visual needed with one of the most remembered lines: “I’ll be back!”

[@ScottSerkland]

Great observations. “I’ll be back” is iconic.

[@ChameleonNix]

I really needed this, as I am making a comic with no help except for the internet, I'm doing the everything by myself. So if you have any tips on how I can make my comic a bit easier for me that would be amazing!

[@ScottSerkland]

I'm glad your finding the series helpful. I recently started using using the SLAC method when creating my comics at it has helped my productivity. this method was created by Scott Lost of the Making Comics podcast. I suggest you check it out. tons of great advice, If you want to know more about the SLAC method here's an interview we did with Scott where he dicusses it. kzbin.info/www/bejne/oYKtYYKFe86enqM

[@ChameleonNix]

@@ScottSerkland Thank you so much!

[@justinchristian3374]

Thank you, thank you, thank you!!….I’m so happy I found your channel! I learned so much just from this one vid….now I’m about to binge! And wow, your work is amazing!

[@ScottSerkland]

That’s awesome! Glad you found the Chan and it’s helping you!

[@ScottSerkland]

“Channel”

[@ukashakasuleyusuf91]

Must you write the script before making the comic?

[@ScottSerkland]

No you don’t have to. That’s what the Marvel Method is with that method you have a basic idea, then you draw it and after it’s drawn you fill in the dialogue and flesh out the story.

[@RealTimePogo]

Since I will be both, I hope I am. Lol

[@josehuertas6358]

Dude I just discovered your channel like yesterday! And It has everything I need!!!! 🔥🔥🔥 thanks!

[@ScottSerkland]

Glad you enjoy it! Thanks for watching! Tell a friend!

[@sophiadigonis1379]

I have an awesome plot!! I need a script idea

[@ScottSerkland]

Hopefully this series will help, but having an awesome plot is a great place to start.

[@Nikki-zl5tx]

Hi! Thank you so much for this video! It was so helpful :)

[@ScottSerkland]

Thank you, Glad to hear it was helpful!

[@PhillipMC89]

This is incredibly informative! Thank you!

[@ScottSerkland]

So glad you found the video informative Phillip. I hope it helps.

[@cuposleep3456]

Thanks man this really helped. I'm not really new to writing stories. I've been writing stories on the internet for a long time now and I just got my very first job to help someone with their comic. I never written a comic script before but this video really helped.

[@ScottSerkland]

Awesome! Sounds exciting, always happy to help.

[@soltec6704]

Great info! The background music is a bit too loud and therefore distracts attention. Not sure you even need it.

[@ScottSerkland]

You live and you learn.

[@NightWink129]

This is the first video I've seen of this guy... He and his environment remind me of that children's show, Lazy Town.

[@ScottSerkland]

I remember that show. I was crating a children's show around the same time so I was watching a lot of children's shows even though I was in my 20s at the time. Lazy town had some really great set and make up design.

[@mysterious_monolith_]

10:49 That is AMAZING! the eye of a fly, and it zooms out to an establishing shot. I love that!

[@ScottSerkland]

Cory did an amazing job with those shots.

[@ThexExaltedxOne]

Do you count page 1 as the cover page (that the name of the author and stuff goes on)

[@ScottSerkland]

Typically on the actual book I don’t have page numbers, but in the script I start with the first story page as page 1. Having said that there is no right or wrong way. It’s just my personal preference.

[@VictorRodriguezArt]

Good episode.

[@ScottSerkland]

Thanks Victor!

[@jeffreyabban3888]

Gosh how come nobody ever gets to the main point either scripting so much talk n I'm not getting anything out of it

[@ScottSerkland]

Sorry, you didn't enjoy the video, I'm more than happy to give you your money back, oh wait...

[@jeffreyabban3888]

@@ScottSerkland lol how u gone give me money back when it's 'free' but listen I listen n watch your content n in silence those instances iv enjoyed them, very informative case in mind is your post on 'how to promote your comic book. Its just this topic I felt you went talking around it instead getting to it.