Learn the Tricks of the Trade for Drawing Irresistibly Cute
Manga-Style Animals and Chibis!
The world of manga is filled
with strange creatures and adorable sidekicks. Just about every manga
hero and heroine has an animal mascot, and all the most popular ones
have a cute "chibi" form. This book teaches aspiring manga artists how
to create the funny critters that populate girls' manga and the more
gritty, gothic creatures found in boys' manga.
It starts with
the basics of creating manga-style characters—everything from drawing
heads and faces to eyes and expressions, to creating incredibly cute
chibis. Part two features a valuable reference section on the
mythological and real animals that have shaped Japanese artwork and
stories. The final section has step-by-step demonstrations on using
computer programs such as Photoshop and Corel Painter to create manga
art and comics. So whether you're just starting out and want to draw a
cute, simple mascot, or would like to try something more complex like an
Asian dragon, or are ready to create your own otherworldly adventure,
this book has something for you no matter what your skill level.