Comics are a popular form of entertainment and storytelling that appeal to people of all ages and backgrounds. Comics can also be a powerful medium for conveying messages and values that can inspire and motivate readers. We will explore how children characters in African comics can serve as role models for young audiences and promote […]
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If you are a fan of comics and graphic novels, you may have observed that there is a growing number of African comics on the market. These comics are not just adaptations of Western or superhero stories, but rather original creations that reflect the diverse cultures, histories and experiences of the African continent. African comics
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The comic book industry is an ever-evolving landscape, and comic book illustration techniques are no exception. In recent years, several new trends have emerged in the comic book industry, including the widespread use of digital tools, a focus on digital publishing, the incorporation of 3D modelling, innovative techniques for inking and colouring, and a growing
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There are many things that human beings of this generation are obsessed with – money, power, fame, etc. People will do anything to obtain these things, and they show how much our societies have evolved to revere materialism. Among these objects of human obsession is sex. So much ink has been shed, and so much
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It’s been more than one year since the Zebra Comics Expo took place and it is coming again to comic book fans in Douala, Cameroon. Organized in partnership with Institut Francais (IFC) Cameroon, this geek event which took place from the 10th of February to the 11th of March 2022 was an occasion for Zebra
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Comics like every other artform are classified into categories. Each of these categories or genres have peculiar traits which differentiate them from others. Fantasy comics have magic, witches, wizards and ‘fantastical’ elements, science fiction is heavy on fictional rendering or imaginations around science and technology and romance deals with love and emotional relationships. Amongst the
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African comics are becoming more and more popular. In the last decade, the sheer amount of quality in African comics creation and the attention that it has garnered is mindblowing. From big publishers like Dark Horse adding African comics to their catalogue, to mega production houses like Universal studios buying adaptation rights to adapt African
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Religious comics have been around for decades, but they have yet to find a wide market. Some Christians, Muslims and Buddhists question whether comics are appropriate for religious content, while others shy away from the genre because they think “graphic novel” means adult material. Additionally, some mainstream stores are reluctant to carry comics appealing to
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Comic books have long been a source of inspiration for television shows, captivating audiences with their unique storytelling and imaginative worlds. In this article, we explore seven TV shows that draw their inspiration from the pages of comic books, bringing beloved characters and compelling narratives to life on the small screen. Join us as we
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Let’s make this clear; Japanese manga is the most popular comic book style in the world. Any human being who has interest in comics should be aware by now that there is no other comic book variation that has more following today than the Japanese version of the artform. From Akira, passing through Dragon ball
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