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Resources in Comics

This collection of resources provides additional information about the subject of illustration, from collections of original illustration art to interesting blogs and educational opportunities. A special feature highlights video interviews with noted practitioners, who offer compelling insights about their personal experiences and inspirations.

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“A Complete History of American Comic Books,” by Shirrel Rhoades

The former publisher of Marvel Comics shares his knowledge on comic books.

“Hanna-Barbera: The Architects of Saturday Morning,” by Jesse Kowalski

A history of the Hanna-Barbera animation company.

“Heroes & Villains: The Comic Book Art of Alex Ross” exhibition video

A video produced for the exhibition "Heroes & Villains: The Comic Book Art of Alex Ross," on view at Norman Rockwell Museum from November 5, 2012 through February 24, 2013.

“How to Hire a Great Illustrator” hiring guide by Toptal

Provides in-depth information and tips for hiring illustrators.

“Rough Justice: The DC Comics Sketches of Alex Ross,” by Alex Ross

Alex Ross opens his private sketchbooks to reveal his astonishing pencil and ink drawings of DC Comics characters.

Stripper’s Guide

An examination of the history of the American newspaper comic strip.

The Cartoon Museum

The Museum's collection includes British cartoon and comic art from the 18th Century to the present day.

The Charles M. Schulz Museum and Research Center

The Charles M. Schulz Museum and Research Center is a museum dedicated to the works of Charles Schulz, creator of the "Peanuts" comic strip.

Yesterday’s Papers

A blog dedicated to the history of illustration in printed materials.

Yesterday’s Papers: Told in Pictures – Dan Smith’s “Old Testament”

Dan Smith's illustrations from the Bible's Old Testament, told in a weekly comic strip format.

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