Comic character reference cards for 12-year-olds
This writing-and-art project is for 12-year-olds developing original comic characters before drawing a story. It creates planning cards, not a comic book or flipbook.
What to buy
Blank index cards
30
Cardstock storage box
Pencils
Kneaded eraser
Fine-tip black pens
Brush pens
Colored pencils
Skin-tone colored pencil set
Character profile prompt sheets
Color palette swatch cards
Ruler
Small binder rings
3
Hole punch
Alphabet sticker sheet
Who this list is for
This character-card project is for a 12-year-old developing original comic characters before drawing a story. It creates planning cards and reference sets, not a comic book or flipbook.
How to use this list
Use the character profile prompt sheets to plan one character at a time. Draft names, traits, clothing ideas, and story roles on blank index cards in pencil, then add final line art with fine-tip black pens or brush pens. Use colored pencils and the skin-tone colored pencil set for visual notes, and match choices to the color palette swatch cards. Punch cards that belong together and join them with one of the three small binder rings. Label the cardstock storage box with alphabet stickers.
Common mistakes
Do not try to fit an entire comic plot onto one index card. Keep each character original instead of copying an existing comic character. Avoid putting wet ink or heavily colored cards straight into the storage box. Use the ruler for tidy headings and quick design grids, not to crowd the cards with too much text.
What is on this list
The list includes thirty blank index cards, a cardstock storage box, pencils, kneaded eraser, fine-tip black pens, brush pens, colored pencils, and a skin-tone colored pencil set. It also has profile prompt sheets, color palette swatch cards, ruler, three small binder rings, hole punch, and alphabet stickers. Cross off owned supplies.
When you are done
Sort the cards by character, team, or story role, then store them in the labeled box. Keep the prompt sheets nearby so new characters can match the same planning format.
FAQ
Who is "Comic character reference cards for 12-year-olds" for?
This character-card project is for a 12-year-old developing original comic characters before drawing a story. It creates planning cards and reference sets, not a comic book or flipbook.
How should I use "Comic character reference cards for 12-year-olds"?
Use the character profile prompt sheets to plan one character at a time. Draft names, traits, clothing ideas, and story roles on blank index cards in pencil, then add final line art with fine-tip black pens or brush pens. Use colored pencils and the skin-tone colored pencil set for visual notes, and match choices to the color palette swatch cards. Punch car…
What should I skip or avoid with "Comic character reference cards for 12-year-olds"?
Do not try to fit an entire comic plot onto one index card. Keep each character original instead of copying an existing comic character. Avoid putting wet ink or heavily colored cards straight into the storage box. Use the ruler for tidy headings and quick design grids, not to crowd the cards with too much text.
What is on the "Comic character reference cards for 12-year-olds" list?
The list includes thirty blank index cards, a cardstock storage box, pencils, kneaded eraser, fine-tip black pens, brush pens, colored pencils, and a skin-tone colored pencil set. It also has profile prompt sheets, color palette swatch cards, ruler, three small binder rings, hole punch, and alphabet stickers. Cross off owned supplies.
What should I do when I am done?
Sort the cards by character, team, or story role, then store them in the labeled box. Keep the prompt sheets nearby so new characters can match the same planning format.
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