Comics Certificate Programs
Graphic Novel Writing & Illustration Certificate at Emerson College The Center for Cartoon Studies in White River Junction, VT offers a One-Year Certificate Program, Master of Fine Arts or a Two-Year Program (non-degree).
Figure drawing
The Elliot School Out of the Blue Gallery Dr. Sketchy’s Anti-Art School
Schools and programs offering art classes
Boston Center for Adult Education Cambridge Center for Adult Education Brookline Adult & Community Education Massachusetts College of Art and Design Museum of Fine Arts School of the Museum of Fine Arts
Pearl Paint
Probably the largest art supply store in the Boston area, Pearl has a fantastic selection for “serious” artists. The staff can come off a bit… chafing, but they’ll almost certainly carry what you need, if they can be bothered to help you find it.
Trident Booksellers
The last of a dying breed of independent bookstores in the Back Bay, Trident keeps a good selection for their small size.
Brookline Booksmith
Another great, independent bokstore, Brookline Booksmith has a huge new and used selection (though precious few used comics). A smart, hip staff will help you track down what you need if they don’t carry it. After you get your book, there’s lots of great places to read it over a cup of coffee in the …