welcome to the

SCHOOL OF COMICS

of san antonio

Our open studio hours are...
WEEKDAYS 11AM-6PM
SATURDAYS 12PM-7PMFor projects related to specialized tools such as
3D printing, woodworking, power tools, metalworking, or airbrushing,
you'll have to speak with Erik during WEEKDAYS 11AM-4PMChildren under the age of 13 require parental supervision in the studio.

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, as well as cool events like art markets, watch parties, and live music.

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!Learn about the team at the School of Comics here.

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.Click here to view membership options and benefits.

OUR EVENTS

We host all kinds of cool events here, from art markets to live music to watch parties - And this is only the beginning!Click here to view upcoming events.Interested in hosting an event here? Click here.

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

LAST UPDATED 7/28/2025A 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 to choose from. Acrylics, oils, watercolors, etc.- A variety of paper, plus an ink printer and paper cutters.- Scanner & laminator for 8.5"x11" sheets of paper- Cricut for making stickers- A 3D printer, with a variety of filament colors to choose from. (3D printing comes with a small additional fee to cover filament & maintenance costs)- Some 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.- Buttonmakers to create 1.25" and 2" button pins- Various colors of spraypaint.- Our sewing area is a big WIP, but we do have one (1) sewing machine and a variety of donated scrap fabrics to play around with.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.

CONTACT US

For general inquiries about the studio space, classes, or events, DM us on Instagram or call us at (210) 952-8878 during business hours.If you're interested in hosting a class or workshop, or if you're a business owner interested in working with us, email us.If you're interested in renting out event space, fill out this form.If you're an independent artist interested in having your comics or merch in our store, fill out this form.

ABOUT US

Learn all about the team behind San Antonio's School of Comics.

LAURIE

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.

ERIK / KIRE

You'll see him around the studio often!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!

ANGEL

Angel is our super awesome general manager/event manager/people person that mans the front desk! If you're emailing us, you'll be talking to him (and if you DM us, it's probably him, too).Of course, he's also an artist, currently working on his comic, Brujas!Follow his Instagram here.

WOLFGANG

I'm the graphic designer/website guy/social media manager... AKA the face of the School of Comics.I really like sci-fi, horror, and anything vintage/retro/weird.Check out my weird art Instagram here.

AND, LAST BUT NOT LEAST...

Shoutout to our awesome interns that have been a massive help getting the studio up and running! Whenever we open up internships again, we'll announce it on our Instagram.

Learn more about what our art studio space offers.Not ready to be a member? Come by and try out the studio with a $15 Day Pass!

MEMBERS GET...

  • Unlimited access to our studio space, tools, and supplies during open hours

  • Access to store your projects in the studio

  • 10% discounts on art classes & workshops

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.Interested in hosting a class or workshop? Email us.

UPCOMING

Comics A-Z

SIGN UP NOW!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!

Live Figure Drawing

SIGN UP NOW!The last Friday of every month, from 6-8PM.$20 per person ($15 w/ valid student ID)
Minimal instruction; Just figure drawing with live models.

Mindfulness Through Art

SIGN UP NOW!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.

IN SESSION

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.

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!

EVENTS

We host a variety of events in San Antonio, mostly focused on uplifting local artists & creatives.Our parking is located on our half of the front & back parking lots, as well as all along Piano Place and Summit Parkway (the roads directly beside and behind us).Interested in renting out event space? Click here.