Lichtenstein Comics Roy Lichtenstein American pop artist born

Lichtenstein & Comics

Roy Lichtenstein �American pop artist born in 1923 �Used the old-fashioned comic strip as subject matter. �Used ben-day dots: small colored dots closely spaced or overlapping. Often used in modern printing processes. Ben-day dots used to create both color and value.

� “Drowning Girl” 1963 Oil & Synthetic polymer on canvas

� “Ohhh…Alright” 1964 Oil & Synthetic polymer on canvas

� “Whaam!” 1963 Diptych 67” x 160”

� “Look Mickey” 1961

History of Comics �Comics began as advertising in newspapers. Richard Outcault published the first comic in 1895 “Yellow Kid” to boost newspaper sales. �Most comics in later years became known as “The Funnies” due to their humor �The Golden Age of comic books 1930 -1950 �Generally included a hero/heroine. Included several genres: action, romance, mystery, etc.

Elements of Comics �Thought bubbles �Speech bubbles �Bright Colors- mainly primary colors �Bubble Fonts �Action Bubbles �Images outlined in black

Project �Create a poster comic book cover: �Include an original character(s) �Title your comic book cover in bubble letters �Include a minimum of two speech, thought, or action bubbles �Use paint in the three primary colors: red, blue, and yellow. You may also use white and black. You are encouraged to mix colors �Utilize the entire paper �Outline your images in black sharpie � TIPS: First draw your design in pencil � Titles generally take up 1/3 of the page �

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