Comics, Creative, Community | 4914 NW Loop 410, San Antonio, Texas
welcome to the
SCHOOL OF COMICS
of san antonio
WHAT IS IT?
We're the newest (and coolest) art studio & indie comic store in San Antonio, brought to you by the masterminds behind Laguna Studios.By day, you can come and buy indie comics or use our collaborative art studio space, supplies, and tools to hone your craft. We offer $15 day passes and $80 monthly memberships. Plus, you can enjoy our vast collection of retro games and boardgames while you let your brain cool off.By nights & weekends, we host a variety of creative classes and workshops for a variety of ages & interests.
Click here to read more about what exactly the art studio offers.
WHO'S IT FOR?
The School of Comics is a creative home for the artists that don't have one - Become a part of a community, meet like-minded people, and hone your craft all the while.Our mission is to uplift the local community by creating a third space with an unique, creative atmosphere where all kinds of artists can feel welcomed and find inspiration. We want to be able to give artists access to the tools and opportunities that feel so far from reach for many.Founded by a punk guy, backed by a team of queer & alternative artists, and funded by the woman-owned indie comic publisher Laguna Studios (plus a few cool investors).Everyone is welcome here, we promise!
CREATIVE CLASSES & WORKSHOPS
We host a variety of courses each at different price points, targeted at different age ranges, and focused on different topics. There's something here for everyone.Rest assured that we hold our teachers to high standards - And ours will never endorse AI.Click here to view upcoming classes & workshops
MEMBERSHIP
As a member, you'll enjoy all of the benefits of the Day Pass, plus more! With just one monthly payment, you can access the studio space during any of our open hours.
SUBMIT COMICS
Want us to sell your indie comics or merch? We accept all kinds of art, as long as you made it.Click here to submit art/comics.
ART STUDIO
We know a lot of artists don't have access to space or equipment needed to flourish - But have no fear! The School of Comics is here to provide everything an artist's heart could desire!Accessible via our $15 Day Pass - Or explore monthly membership options.Make sure to read our studio rules.
THE SPACE
Take a look at our modular art studio space! All tables are on wheels, and everything can be rearranged according to the needs of whatever projects, meetings, or events you have in mind.It's calm, air-conditioned, and has an awesome atmosphere. Come work on your projects surrounded by like-minded creatives, and support a local business all the while!
THE TOOLS & SUPPLIES
A not-yet-comprehensive list of all that we offer in the art studio:- Posable art figures, posable hand figures, and various art education books.- Drawing & sketching supplies: Pencils, charcoals, pastels, and more!- Painting supplies, with a wide variety of paints and brushes to choose from. Acrylics, oils, watercolors, etc.- A variety of paper, plus an ink printer & scanner, laminator, and paper guillotine.- A 3D printer, with a variety of filament colors to choose from.- Photography equipment, including lighting, a camera, tripods, a lightbox for product photography, a green screen, plus phone holders & adjustable arms for filming your art process.- A 1.25" Tecre buttonmaker, plus supplies and circle punch.- Various colors of spraypaint.Can we really use ALL your supplies?
Yes! Well, within reason. We want these supplies to give people a chance to play around with materials they might not have access to, but if you're working on a huge painting that needs 100 gallons of blue paint, then we would ask you to please bring your own materials!Got questions?
Just ask! There's a good chance we'll have whatever you're looking for. We have a good amount of specialized equipment; We just haven't gotten around to cataloguing it all yet.What about power tools?
Unfortunately, we still need to figure out the insurance situation if we're going to be having people use power tools on studio grounds, for liability reasons. We'll keep you guys updated as soon as this changes.
REST & RELAXATION
We're artists, too. We know what it's like. Sometimes you hit a wall, and you need to clear your mind to get back into that creative headspace. We've got you covered.You can relax with friends or enjoy our catalogue of modern & retro games in the gaming lounge, located in the center of the studio.Or, help yourself to our sizable collection of boardgames for a more hands-on gaming experience.Our 4-person arcade machine is currently under-construction by our own team of artists, but it should be up and running very soon!If you're not into games, you can still relax in the second lounge and read a book, catch up on some television, or simply sit and doomscroll (we've all been there).
BECOME A MEMBER TODAY
Like what you see? Explore our monthly membership plans, or come in and try it out for a day with our $15 Day Pass!
STUDIO RULES
Children below the age of 13 require adult supervision.- No alcohol, no smoking.
- Clean up after yourself.
- Shower and wear deodorant.
- Come prepared: Bring headphones, snacks, and anything else you need to create art. Ask us about specialized equipment.
ABOUT US
Learn all about the team behind San Antonio's School of Comics.Erik and Laurie also founded Laguna Studios, their other business which helped fund the School of Comics!
ERIK / KIRE
FOUNDER, CREATIVE DIRECTOR, THE GUY WITH THE VISION
This guy is the whole reason this place even exists! Erik is a professional artist with over 25 years of experience - Plus: a punk, musician, personal trainer, and cat lover.He wants to make a place straight out of his own teenage dreams - For the teenagers of today, and for the guys like him that never grew up.FUN FACT: He used to drive a hearse!
WOLFGANG
GRAPHIC DESIGN, SOCIAL MEDIA, GENERAL ASSISTANT
I started working here right when they moved to the new space, so I've learned a lot along the way... I do all the graphics and social media posts!I'm a graphic designer, comic artist, and animator. I like making weird art in my free time! im a fan of sci-fi, horror, and anything that looks like the 90s-00s.
LAURIE
CO-FOUNDER, MANAGER, LOGISTICS PERSON
Laurie is the co-founder and the one that keeps everything from falling apart; She deals with the logistics and business parts.She's been drawing for more than 15 years and professionally inking for eight. She is also a writer, graphic designer, editor, and cosplayer!She runs Laguna Studios, her and Erik's first business venture, and the business that funds all of this cool stuff.
MEMBERSHIPS
Learn more about what our studio offers.Not ready to be a member? Come by and try out the studio with a $15 Day Pass!
BASIC MEMBERSHIP
$60 for your 1st month
then $80/mo
Our standard art studio membership plan, billed monthly.
Get half off your first month!Access the art studio space, equipment, lounge, and games during any of our open hours.+ 10% discount on art classes/workshops.
PAIRED MEMBERSHIP
$120/mo, or $60 per person
Pair up with a trusted artist buddy to get a discount on your membership!
Only applies to pairs of 2; No more, no less. Billed monthly.
6-MONTH MEMBERSHIP
$420 ($70/mo)
An art studio membership for the loyal member! Billed every 6 months.
CLASSES & WORKSHOPS
Our mission is to bring art education to those who may not be able to afford traditional art schools, all while uplifting local San Antonio artists & teachers.Click on the underlined titles to learn more about a class.
WORKSHOPS
Live Figure Drawing
The last Friday of every month, from 6-8PM.$20 for non-students, $15 for students.Minimal instruction; Just figure drawing with live models.
Portrait Drawing Workshop
July 10th, 6:30-8:30PM, $75 per person, 13+Learn how to use an understanding of structure and tone to construct a face and recreate likeness.
Watercolor Basics Workshop
July 24th, 11AM-2PM, $100 per personA beginner watercolor workshop focused on foundational techniques—such as wet-on-wet, wet-on-dry, and color mixing — through simple, low-pressure projects like botanical elements or abstract shapes.Participants will get to take home their own watercolor kit (included in price).
Mindfulness Through Art
The first Sunday of every month, from 4-5PM, starting August 2nd$20 per person.This one is for everyone - Not just artists!Rebel against the “product” mindset and come relish in the “process” for once. Take your mind back to the space we all accessed more freely when we were kids. No judgment, no expectations, just wholesome hangs.
CREATIVE CLASSES
Comics A-Z
Mondays at 7PM, starting August 3rd.$200 per person for the entire 7-week course.Ages 16 and up.A comprehensive guide to creating, producing, and distributing your work, and everything else you never thought you’d need to know. This course will end with a presentation of each student's comic!
A Crash Course in Comics Collaboration & Creation
Class is in progress!This 16-week course takes students through the entire process of creating comics, with a focus on foundational knowledge of comic book and graphic novel writing and collaboration with artists, inkers, colorists, letterers, and editors.
Dynamic Figure Creation
Class is in progress!This is a 6-week introduction course where students will learn how to lay out and compose a 3D figure in space.
A CRASH COURSE IN COMICS COLLABORATING & CREATING
Saturdays at 4PM, starting June 13th.Do you want to create comics, but don't know where to start?Have a background in art, but at a loss when it comes to the writing process?Want to learn from an award-winning industry professional?This 16-week course takes students through the entire process of creating comics, with a focus on foundational knowledge of comic book and graphic novel writing and collaboration with artists, inkers, colorists, letterers, and editors.
BY GENE SELASSIE
Gene Selassie is an award-winning writer and filmmaker working across books, comics, journalism, film, and digital media.Creator of award-recognized comic storytelling, including the Ringo Awards-nominated series The Ghoul Agency, and contributor to the Eisner Awards-winning anthology Puerto Rico Strong.Known for delivering compelling, research-driven storytelling across multiple formats while maintaining rigorous editorial standards and production deadlines.View his work and contact information here.
What can I expect from this course?
This course will provide a foundational knowledge of comic book and graphic novel writing.By the end, students should be able to identify the building blocks of a story, map out an outline and write short or long form stories, all the while successfully collaborating with artists, inkers, colorists, letterers, and editors.
PRICING
This class is priced at $800 for the entire 16-week course (or $50 per session).That's 4 months of learning for less than the price of a month's rent.For reference: You could be paying tens of thousands of dollars in tuition to get an art degree that doesn't even guarantee you a job. Instead, you can learn from someone with hands-on experience in the industry.Plus, you'll be supporting local artists all the while! All proceeds help us pay our employees more, improve the studio for all artists, and make even more awesome things happen!(And we can guarantee that we'll never support AI!)
What do I need?
For this class, students will need to bring...1. Device that can connect to high speed internet2. Writing program (MS Word, Final Draft, Celtx, or Script Studio)3. Textbook (Writing For Comics with Peter David)4. Reference book (Kingdom Come by Mark Waid & Alex Ross)
Is this in-person, or remote?
This is a hybrid/remote class - Our teacher will be remote due to living 2 hours away.
SIGN UP TODAY!
If this class sounds like a good fit for you, then come learn with us at the School of Comics!
Remember: You can help support us by telling friends and family, too!
HOSTED BY THE SCHOOL OF COMICS
Located at 4914 NW Loop 410.The School of Comics is San Antonio's newest (and coolest) art studio & indie art store that hosts classes, workshops, and events, all while providing a space for artists to work, grow, and get their art seen!Founded by a punk guy, backed by a team of queer & neurodivergent artists. Here, it's ALWAYS artists before profits.Always human, never AI.
An art studio for all!
A CRASH COURSE IN COMICS COLLABORATING & CREATING
Saturdays at 4PM, starting June 13th.Do you want to create comics, but don't know where to start?Have a background in art, but at a loss when it comes to the writing process?Want to learn from an award-winning industry professional?This 16-week course takes students through the entire process of creating comics, with a focus on foundational knowledge of comic book and graphic novel writing and collaboration with artists, inkers, colorists, letterers, and editors.
BY GENE SELASSIE
Gene Selassie is an award-winning writer and filmmaker working across books, comics, journalism, film, and digital media.Creator of award-recognized comic storytelling, including the Ringo Awards-nominated series The Ghoul Agency, and contributor to the Eisner Awards-winning anthology Puerto Rico Strong.Known for delivering compelling, research-driven storytelling across multiple formats while maintaining rigorous editorial standards and production deadlines.View his work and contact information here.
What can I expect from this course?
This course will provide a foundational knowledge of comic book and graphic novel writing.By the end, students should be able to identify the building blocks of a story, map out an outline and write short or long form stories, all the while successfully collaborating with artists, inkers, colorists, letterers, and editors.
PRICING
This class is priced at $800 for the entire 16-week course (or $50 per session).That's 4 months of learning for less than the price of a month's rent.For reference: You could be paying tens of thousands of dollars in tuition to get an art degree that doesn't even guarantee you a job. Instead, you can learn from someone with hands-on experience in the industry.Plus, you'll be supporting local artists all the while! All proceeds help us pay our employees more, improve the studio for all artists, and make even more awesome things happen!(And we can guarantee that we'll never support AI!)
What do I need?
For this class, students will need to bring...1. Device that can connect to high speed internet2. Writing program (MS Word, Final Draft, Celtx, or Script Studio)3. Textbook (Writing For Comics with Peter David)4. Reference book (Kingdom Come by Mark Waid & Alex Ross)
Is this in-person, or remote?
This is a hybrid/remote class - Our teacher will be remote due to living 2 hours away.
SIGN UP TODAY!
If this class sounds like a good fit for you, then come learn with us at the School of Comics!
Remember: You can help support us by telling friends and family, too!
HOSTED BY THE SCHOOL OF COMICS
Located at 4914 NW Loop 410.The School of Comics is San Antonio's newest (and coolest) art studio & indie art store that hosts classes, workshops, and events, all while providing a space for artists to work, grow, and get their art seen!Founded by a punk guy, backed by a team of queer & neurodivergent artists. Here, it's ALWAYS artists before profits.Always human, never AI.
An art studio for all!
DYNAMIC FIGURE CREATION
Sundays at 2PM, starting June 14th.Wish you had a better understanding of the human form?Want to learn how to draw from imagination, and not just from reference?Want to learn from a teacher who's just as passionate as you are?This is a 6-week introduction course where students will learn how to lay out and compose a 3D figure in space.
BY JONATHAN DAVIS
Jonathan Davis is an artist and fabricator with degrees in Fine Art and Psychology, with works in collections both nationally and internationally.In his own words: "I just generally love to draw".Find him on Instagram.
What can I expect from this course?
The goal of this class is for students to be able to quickly compose and place a figure into 3D space. Since this is an introductory class, we will be delving further into these topics in the second course.
A word from the teacher:
When I was going through school, the whole concept of creating figures out of your head was considered anathema to the entire process of fine art. You were supposed to draw from life only. That’s nonsense.Understanding the human form well enough to create it out of your head also gives you a greater ability to process what you see for life drawing. I had to teach myself how to do it from books, but I would have preferred if someone was helping me.I want to be that help for others.
PRICING
This class is priced at $300 for the entire 6-week course (or $50 per session).For reference: You could be paying tens of thousands of dollars in tuition to get an art degree that doesn't even guarantee you a job. Instead, you can learn from someone with hands-on experience in the industry.Plus, you'll be supporting local artists all the while! All proceeds help us pay our employees more, improve the studio for all artists, and make even more awesome things happen!(And we can guarantee that we'll never support AI!)
What do I need?
For this class, students will need to bring...1. Spiral sketch pad2. Pencils & pen
Is this in-person or remote?
This class is in-person!
SIGN UP TODAY!
If this class sounds like a good fit for you, then come learn with us at the School of Comics!
Remember: You can help support us by telling friends and family, too!
HOSTED BY THE SCHOOL OF COMICS
Located at 4914 NW Loop 410.The School of Comics is San Antonio's newest (and coolest) art studio & indie art store that hosts classes, workshops, and events, all while providing a space for artists to work, grow, and get their art seen!Founded by a punk guy, backed by a team of queer & neurodivergent artists. Here, it's ALWAYS artists before profits.Always human, never AI.
An art studio for all!
MINDFULNESS THROUGH ART
Sundays at 4PM.Take a breather and put marks on paper.Rebel against the “product” mindset and come relish in the “process” for once. Take your mind back to the space we all accessed more freely when we were kids. No judgment, no expectations, just wholesome hangs.The end goal of my class is for each participant to find their own practice in exploring creativity and mindfulness.Only $35/session; all supplies provided.
BY KAI OF DOODLEHAUS
Kai is a designer and former scientist that has found doodling to be a valuable part of her mindfulness practice. She focuses on creative experimentation and the process of making art.Find her on Instagram.
What can I expect from this course?
This class does not have a formal, sequential curriculum. Each class will start with a prompt, then there will be time to doodle, and finally, no-pressure discussion. If artists have a creative block and just need something different, or if someone needs a supportive environment to decompress, this is that space.
A word from the teacher:
Self-judgment! Shame! Creative paralysis! It takes intentional practice to overcome those things, and I hope this class helps students process some tough things and/or get out of their own way.
SIGN UP TODAY!
If this class sounds like a good fit for you, then come learn with us at the School of Comics!
Remember: You can help support us by telling friends and family, too!
HOSTED BY THE SCHOOL OF COMICS
Located at 4914 NW Loop 410.The School of Comics is San Antonio's newest (and coolest) art studio & indie art store that hosts classes, workshops, and events, all while providing a space for artists to work, grow, and get their art seen!Founded by a punk guy, backed by a team of queer & neurodivergent artists. Here, it's ALWAYS artists before profits.Always human, never AI.
An art studio for all!
OUR EVENTS
We host a variety of events - For the artists and other creatives as well as others who find a home within this community, including (but not limited to) the nerds and punks!
INTERNSHIPS & JOBS
Please read the FAQ below before contacting us.
JOBS
Feel free to come in and drop off a resume/application, but we are not officially hiring until this summer.
INTERNSHIPS
SHOULD I BRING MY PORTFOLIO?
Yes!
IS THERE COMPENSATION?
These are unpaid internships; However, students receive college credits for their hours.
WHAT ARE THE QUALIFICATIONS?
All we ask is that you're an artist of some kind!
DO I HAVE TO BE A STUDENT?
No.
WHAT IS THE SCHEDULE?
We are extremely flexible! Whatever works for you, works for us.
WHAT DOES IT ENTAIL?
There's a lot of moving parts here, so we have all sorts of tasks available. We like to focus on people's strengths, and we don't want to torture anyone, so whatever you like the most is probably what you'll end up doing the most.Interns will also get time to work on their own personal projects in the studio, or whatever School of Comics work you can come up with for yourself!