Overview
Why choose this course
- Understand the fundamental storytelling principles that define authentic manga.
- Create complete characters with strong motivations, flaws, and emotional depth.
- Develop story ideas from logline to structured plot using kishōtenketsu and other professional narrative tools.
- Design visually coherent nemu (storyboards) that communicate rhythm, pacing, and emotion.
- Construct manga pages with clear panel layout (komawari) and balanced emotional rhythm.
- Direct sequences using effective camera angles, panel transitions, and reader-focused pacing.
- Refine storyboards based on feedback which follows professional Japanese editing methods.
- Produce a final short manga project (4–8 pages) demonstrating full command of character, structure, and page direction.
Programme Structure
Module 1: Creating Strong Characters (Part 1)Module 1: Creating Strong Characters (Part 2)Module 2: Building Solid Stories (Part 1)Module 2: Building Solid Stories (Part 2)Module 3: Structuring Clear Manga Pages (Part 1)Module 3: Structuring Clear Manga Pages (Part 2)Module 4: Directing Your Manga, Emotion to EmotionModule 5: Solidifying Your Knowledge
Lecturers
Elena Vitagliano - An award winning UK-based Italian Manga Artist and Storyteller, and 2018 winner in the Grand Prix at the Silent Manga Audition; the first European Artist to publish a manga one shot on Shonen Jump Plus with Miriam of the Skulls, now available in English on Manga Plus. She also teaches on our Mastering Manga Storytelling evening - online short course at Escape Studios.
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 2 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
Language
Delivered
- Fully structured
- Proactive tutoring and support
Campus Location
- London, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Graphic Design Painting & Drawing Animation View 10 other Short Courses in Painting & Drawing in United KingdomWhat students do after studying
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
We welcome and encourage applications from students with a variety of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.To study this short course, you must:
- Be over 18
- Have a good understanding of written and spoken English (we recommend a B2 level)
- Feel comfortable using a computer.
Technological requirements
You will need:
- Dual monitor setup is recommended
- A strong internet connection
- Cloud storage or external hard drive to back up your work, 1TB+ recommended
- A three-button mouse or graphics tablet.
- A computer microphone and webcam
- Note-taking materials.
Tuition Fees
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents750 GBP / full≈ 750 GBP / full -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents750 GBP / full≈ 750 GBP / full
Additional Details
Save 30% off an evening - online short course starting in March when you apply by 9th March 2026.