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The Comic Diary Course
for Beginners
Join me to discover your unique visual voice, learn simple comic storytelling, and bring your personal memories to life, no prior drawing experience required.
7Â MODULESÂ Â Â Â 6+ HOURSÂ Â Â 20+ VIDEO LESSONSÂ Â Â LIFETIME ACCESS
You Don’t Need to Be a “Natural” to Draw Your Story
Maybe you think people who draw comics are just naturally gifted.
Maybe you believe they open a sketchbook and effortlessly turn their day into a funny, relatable strip.
Maybe you’ve told yourself, “I’m just not artistic enough to tell my story.”
But here’s the truth: turning your life into comics is a skill, not magic.
What you admire in other artists is simply practice, patience, and noticing the funny, quiet, or unexpected details in everyday life. You don’t need to be a “born natural” to make work that feels meaningful. You just need gentle guidance, the curiosity to observe your world, and the courage to make that first mark.
In The Comic Diary Course, I’ll walk you step-by-step from your very first thumbnail sketches to your first finished comic page.
Let's begin your comic diary journey. You’ve got this!
Discover the Art of Personal Storytelling
Do you ever catch yourself noticing the funny, awkward, or sweet little moments in your day and wish you could draw them?
Do you love the idea of keeping a comic diary, but feel totally unsure where to start?
Are you a beginner or casual doodler who wants to share your story with confidence?
I designed The Comic Diary Course for creators of all levels, whether you're a complete beginner who hasn't picked up a pencil in years, or an artist looking to strengthen your visual storytelling.
Together, we’ll cover the core essentials of observational drawing and storytelling: how to spot the noteworthy details in everyday life, turn personal memories into engaging narratives, and bring your sketchbook to life with simple, expressive comic panels.
Let’s unlock your creative voice, one panel at a time.
—MEET THE ARTIST
Hey, I'm Penny
@penny.illustration
I’m Penny Fournier, an illustrator and comic artist specializing in comics, editorial illustration, book covers and narrative work.
Originally from Paris, I earned my BFA from the School of Visual Arts and my MFA in Illustration from the Fashion Institute of Technology. My work blends humor, storytelling, and real-life experiences to explore everyday moments, personal reflections, women’s rights, mental health, and the unexpected sides of creative life.
Now, I’m sharing my process in an upcoming course designed to help artists build confidence, strengthen their visual storytelling, and create work that feels personal and meaningful.Â
—WHAT STUDENTS ARE SAYING
They said it better than I could
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Picture What Happens When You Let Go of the Fear…
You open your sketchbook, relax, and begin turning your day into a personal comic with ease.
No more comparing your art to others, you find total joy in the uniqueness of your own lines, voice, and visual storytelling.
Each finished panel becomes a small celebration of real life, humor, and the quiet beauty of your personal memories.
How does that feel?
Today, you can choose to nurture your dream of keeping a comic diary.
Turning your everyday experiences into art feeds both the mind and the heart, and right now is your time to begin.
In The Comic Diary Course, we’ll explore the tools, techniques, and gentle mindset you need to start strong. You’ll learn how to slow down, notice the noteworthy moments in your day, and fill your sketchbook with comics that feel deeply personal, fun, and meaningful.
I’ll be with you every step of the way.
What you'll unlock through the course
Bring your characters and visual style to life
 Develop simple storylines, characters, and a visual language that reflects their own style.
Your story, drawn one panel at a time
Turn everyday experiences, memories, and observations into short personal comics.
From rough thumbnails to a polished, colorful comic
Plan and create a finished comic page using sketching, thumbnailing, lettering, and color.
—EVERYTHING YOU GET INSIDE
The Comic Diary Course
The course features 7 core modules packed with over 6+ hours of step-by-step video lessons and hands-on creative practice. You get lifetime access, so feel free to pause, rewind, and rewatch whenever inspiration strikes or life gets busy. Because my work is all about everyday life, real-life moments, and creative connection.
While you can jump around, I recommend following the modules in order: we’ll start with simple observational sketching and build our way up to crafting full, expressive comic pages.
—7 MODULES · 20+ LESSONS
What's inside the course
—YOUR LEARNING PLATFORM
Watch how the platform works
 All videos are in FULL HD and you can adjust the speed, audio and quality.
In all my videos, I try to use as many visual elements as possible, such as pictures and references, so you can take some inspiration and you can practice. You can follow each step as I show it to you, and you can comment and compare with other students under each video or in the group so you can resolve any doubts you have and learn new tricks!Â
The course is designed to be as practical as possible, teaching you the basics and how to use the tools. You can review the lessons as many times as you want, where you want, and when you want!
—EVERYTHING YOU GET
What's included when you enroll
Fundamentals & Materials
We'll look together at the materials, basic techniques, and knowledge needed to begin this journey. Approaching a new technique means first learning how best to use the tools at your disposal.
Lifetime Access
Once you register for the course, you'll have lifetime access and you can watch it whenever you want! This will enable you to better learn even the most difficult notions. You don't have a deadline, you can take the course even for 5 minutes a day!
Flexibility
You'll be able to watch the videos wherever you want, whenever you want, and as many times as you want. The course is available from any device so you can watch the course from the comfort of your home or take a single lesson on the train!
Private community
As soon as you sign up for the course, you will join a group of people who, like you, share this passion and are following the same course as you. This means you'll be able to exchange ideas, tips or ask questions.
My dedicated support
On this journey, you will never be alone! You can write to me and you will receive my feedback as soon as possible, so you will always feel supported.
... and more!
JOIN NOW—EXTRA CONTENT
Free bonuses
30 Comic Diary Prompts
A list of prompts students can use when they feel stuck.
$27 FREE
Making a Mini Zine
Students learn how to turn their comic diary pages into a simple printable zine
$27 FREE
REGISTRATIONS ARE CLOSING SOON!
Time to start your comic diary!
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The two options that only differ in how you want to pay!
The first option is a one-time payment and the second is a monthly plan with three payments. The price displayed below is in US dollars, but you can pay with ANY currency.
In both cases, you will have immediate access to the course!
Start learning today!
My Guarantee to Every Student
If you are not satisfied with the course for any reason, you have the right to obtain a full refund within the first 14 days. This is my guarantee to you, I want all my students to be satisfied. Also, this means that there is no risk at all! Give it a try and experience the program first-hand!
