Area teens are getting a chance to learn how to create their own comics this summer.

The St. Joseph Public Library is holding a free four week course for teens ages 12 to 18 on the basics of comic books.

The course will allow teens to get hands on and create their own material.

The class will all take place in July at the Downtown Library, 927 Felix Street.

Classes are as follows:

July 2nd 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.: Introduction to the comic book art form and brainstorm ideas.
July 9th 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.: General drawing techniques, panel production and story structure.
July 16th 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.: Review and finish comic books.
July 23rd 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.: Collect and discuss finished comic books. Celebrate with a pizza party.

The program is free and supplies will be on hand. The library said registration is not required.

Anyone who has questions or would like more information is asked to contact Robbie Johnson at the Downtown Library at (816) 232-7729.