Beyond Watchmen and Judge Dredd

John Higgins is an acclaimed graphic artist, writer and publisher. A frequent collaborator with Alan Moore and Dave Gibbons, his work includes Batman: The Killing Joke, Watchmen, Judge Dredd, Before Judge Dredd and Razorjack. Dave Gibbons is the co-creator of Watchmen.

• AcknowledgementsForeword by Dave GibbonsIntroductionChapter 1Once upon a time - getting startedChapter 2Watchmen - colour and colouringChapter 32000AD and Judge Dredd - anatomy of a freelancerChapter 4Teeth and claw - why monsters?Chapter 5 The shortest SF story - how to tell a long taleChapter 6Turmoil, toil and trouble - changing directionChapter 7 Self-publishing - how to lose your house in one easy lesson Chapter 8 Wondering - freelancing and superheroes Chapter 9Writing for comic books - script form and panel descriptionsChapter 10Before and after curse - pirates, zombies and dinosaursChapter 11Everything you wanted to know - but were afraid to askChapter 12Materials and techniques - from pencil to digitalPostscript by Julian FerraroBiographiesBibliography

Reviews'Every page is so well designed and image rich - such a lovely book to get immersed in and so informative and interesting. The references really help to contextualise the artwork and development - gives the reader a greater understanding of [John’s], work and influences - as well as being very inspirational for any budding artists. Brilliant!'Avram Buchanan, Creative Director - Limehouse Communication Agency