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Hosted by Conor Kilpatrick, Josh Flanagan and Ron Richards.

Every week, iFanboy talks comics. This video show brings you the world of comic books through the eyes of iFanboy hosts Josh, Ron, and Conor. Whether you want to see what's going on at some of the biggest comic book conventions, or you're not sure what comics you should be reading, iFanboy covers a... Read More

Understanding the Art of Making and Reading Comics

Saturday, April 19th, 2008 – running time 24:22

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Exploring Scott McCloud's definitive work on understanding how comics are constructed, the practice and procedures, and how to read them.

If you're not entirely clear on how these comic books work, iFanboy has got a show for you. Ron, Josh, and Conor delve into Scott McCloud's seminal work, Understanding Comics, which is far more interesting than it might at first seem. Get a look at McCloud's interesting, yet academic take on what exactly a comic book is, how it works, and why the art form is so effective and unique. You may not have thought you needed to read this book, but you'll be surprised at how much you didn't know about comics.

Then, after he was sure you understood comics, McCloud went on to make Reinventing Comics, and then Making Comics.

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Show Title:
iFanboy
Description:
iFanboy is all about comic books. Each week, the guys shed new light on the world of comics and graphic novels. Be it finding new comics, going in-depth, or exclusive interviews, iFanboy has something for new and old readers alike.
Categories:
Art & Music, Movies & Media
Launch Date:
Jan 17, 2007
Episodes:
182