What kind of panel layouts or storytelling techniques simplify the drawing process for new comic artists?

Simple panel layouts are key. A grid layout (e.g., 2x2 or 1x3) is very beginner-friendly as it requires minimal thought about panel composition. Rectangular or square panels are easier to draw consistently than irregular shapes. For storytelling, focus on single-joke gags, simple cause-and-effect sequences, or short dialogue exchanges. Use thought bubbles and speech bubbles clearly, placing them to guide the reader's eye. Repetitive backgrounds or character poses, with only subtle changes in expression or action, also save drawing time.