Facial expressions in comic books and illustrations don't have to be complicated; in many cases it is a single line that can make all the difference in your character's expression. Don't settle for having a bland, neutral expression on your characters all the time; what fun is that?
The pages below can be downloaded and printed out on your home computer. To open a super-sized view of each page, do the following:
Right click on the page and open in new tab (or new window)
Click on that image to get the huge size, perfect for printing
Print. Presto! Instant tutorial on facial expressions.
Magnum Arts is Michael K. Lyman, an artist, photographer and instructor who teaches cartooning & drawing in Pinellas County and is publishing his first graphic novel based on real events from 2011. He is also a member of The 501st Legion, a global Star Wars costuming organization that participates in parades and raises money for charity. See magnumarts.net for more information.
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