Super Heroes & Comic Strips Class

Today was a "Gordon and Mommy" day out and about, while Gary and Grayson played outside and did some spring yard work at home.
Gordon and I set out after lunch to the library, where we enjoyed a Super Heroes & Comic Strips workshop for kids, taught by local artist, Ben Wilson. (These are the examples of Ben's illustration work that are on the cards he gave to students).

Since Gordon has always had an obvious love and appreciation for art, we knew this would be right up his alley. "Mr. Ben" taught the kids some tricks for making comic strips (quote and thought bubbles, etc) as well as how to show expression in the eyes of a cartoon character.

Then the class brainstormed characteristics of super heroes.

Gordon was a very attentive student. ☺

The final assignment was to create a comic strip story within six cells.

And here is Gordon's impressive result:


Obviously, I helped him some with writing the words, but the ideas and artwork are entirely Gordon's creative mind at work.

I must say how proud I am of our little Gordon -- The art instructor was clearly impressed with Gordon's talent, especially at the young age of 4 years old. He asked specifically if Gordon would like to be among a number of students to share their work with the class. Gordon wanted to, but wasn't quite finished enough to do so within the time limits of the class.

Gordon and I both had a wonderful time. He summed up his experience with these words, "At first I was nervous, but then it was really good! I had a lot of FUN!"

After the art class, we enjoyed some additional time at the library, playing a few games on the computer and checking out a fresh new bunch of books.

After the library, we ran a few more errands together and had a super time.
Gordon is excellent company!