What we're about
WIP Comics (or Work in Progress Comics, to give it its full name) is a group made to help aspiring artists, writers and comic creators move their ideas and projects forward. We have two monthly meetups — one to discuss what we’re all currently working on, give and receive feedback and constructive criticism on our work and bounce ideas off each other for new projects, and one focused more on the more practical elements of creating comics, from character design to world building.
All skill and experience levels are welcome, from complete beginners to established creators, and our intention is to support each other and create an environment where we can offer and ask for advice without judgement. Everyone has a different style, and there is no single ‘correct’ way to draw, write or tell a story, so we actively encourage a variety of different approaches and people coming from different backgrounds. Whether you want to make a sci-fi, fantasy, superhero, comedy, slice-of-life, autobiographical or any other kind of comic then we’d love to see it and help you get to a point where you’re happy with it.
Beyond the meetups we also have a Discord server where all the members are invited to continue the conversation online.
The group was established by Michal Ingram back in July 2011, and was originally known as the 'Graphic Novels and Comics, Critique and Collaboration Meetup'. It’s gone through various iterations and different organisers, but all with the core idea of helping each other make work we’re proud of. Over the years many people have forged creative partnerships and workshopped ideas with the group that have gone on to become fully realised projects.
We’re a very friendly, laid-back and welcoming group, and apart from advice and feedback then our Meetups are also a great way to meet like-minded people and just hang out to talk about comics.
Upcoming events (4+)
Our regular monthly online meetup.
Each month we will discuss any comics anyone has been working on lately, give each other feedback, catch up on any group projects, and chat through any other questions anyone has. Sometimes we might also do some drawing exercises and have special themes or agendas depending on what people are interested in.
New members are always welcome, and don't worry if you're a total beginner and have nothing to show at this stage – come along and just hang out and see what other people have been working on.
The link and password to join the Zoom call will be shared the morning of the event to everyone who RSVPs. Be sure to select 'Going' to get it sent over to you.
- Joe S.
- Tristan S.
- Weird is the B.
- 41 attendees
Creating Comics is a monthly meetup, where we study the craft of drawn narratives with the goal of helping people create their own comics.
What are the base ingredients to create compelling, believable characters? Zoe will share her techniques with us in this session.
🎤
The session will be presented by Zoe @ https://navybirdcomic.com/
See you there!
- Navy B.
- Cláudia
- Stephanie
- 25 attendees
Our regular monthly online meetup.
Each month we will discuss any comics anyone has been working on lately, give each other feedback, catch up on any group projects, and chat through any other questions anyone has. Sometimes we might also do some drawing exercises and have special themes or agendas depending on what people are interested in.
New members are always welcome, and don't worry if you're a total beginner and have nothing to show at this stage – come along and just hang out and see what other people have been working on.
The link and password to join the Zoom call will be shared the morning of the event to everyone who RSVPs. Be sure to select 'Going' to get it sent over to you.
- Joe S.
- Tristan S.
- Weird is the B.
- 7 attendees
Creating Comics is a monthly meetup, where we study the craft of drawn narratives with the goal of helping people create their own comics.
What are the base ingredients to create compelling, believable characters? Zoe will share her techniques with us in this session.
🎤
The session will be presented by Moe Zakaria.
🗒️ The video chat link will be sent a couple of hours before the event.
See you there!
- Mostafa Cantor Z.
- Cláudia
- Mike A.
- 14 attendees
Past events (234)
- Cláudia
- Navy B.
- Adrian S.
- 53 attendees
