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CLASSES / WORKSHOPS / HANDOUTS

Design Basics for Writers and Non-Artists (Presentation)

Writers, programmers, beginners, and self-designated “non-creative” people will learn the same basic principles and elements of design used by professional graphic designers, photographers, typographers, illustrators, and painters to create book covers, websites, business cards, social media profiles, and character designs. Join creator Jess Smart Smiley for a fundamental look at what goes into a design and how to use basic elements of design to create stronger, more useful images that work for you and your projects.

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Speculative Fiction Comics I Like (2024 Presentation)

Join comics creator Jess Smart Smiley for a selection of covers, interior pages, and descriptions of speculative fiction comics from Jess’s collection, including zines, graphic novels, mini-comics, and more!

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Writer’s Notebooks & How to Use Them

Join creator Jess Smart Smiley for a fun and practical exploration into getting the most out of your notebook through brainstorming, journaling, making lists, taking notes, cutting and pasting, and more.

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PRINTABLES

Winter Coloring Page

Download, print, and color here.

MAKE A ZINE

Cut and fold your own Halloween zine! Download files here, and follow the directions shown in the video below.