In partnership with the Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines Bureau of Copyright, local creative start-up Kwentoon will conduct the first-ever online “Manga Bootcamp,” a three-month training workshop. | via philstarlife
However, many manga stories are intended for adults, thus putting Filipino children at risk of being exposed to stories, situations and violence unsuitable for their age. There are also illegal websites showing illicit material.
Thus, with this flood of outside content online and elsewhere, the local creative industry can be negatively affected.Now, a local creative start-up, Kwentoon, aims to make a difference. In partnership with the Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines Bureau of Copyright, Kwentoon will conduct the first-ever online “Manga Bootcamp”—a three-month training workshop to teach participants about Anime Style Illustration, Character Design, and ultimately, Manga Creation.
Kwentoon recognizes that in order for local stories—including those of Filipino myths, legends, and our own superheroes—to be known here and worldwide, there is a need to develop a Philippine creative industry that is at par with those of its neighboring countries.One-Punch Man, Shaman King, Boruto, Magical Girl ApocalypseOne of the mentors will be a professionalShonen Jump
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