Description
Learn how to develop unique manga characters in just a few easy lessons!
This all-in-one guide by master manga illustrator Shun Akagi teaches you the basics of figure drawing and character creation—from hairstyles and clothing to facial expressions and body poses. You'll then be immersed in the elements needed to bring to your story to life: coloration, light and shadow, angles and perspective, composition and storytelling techniques.
Shun offers you all the tips and information you need in a series of detailed, hands-on lessons:
- Tutorials in analogue and digital character design covering topics like anatomy and body structure; facial features and expressions; clothing and accessories; composition and narrative techniques
- Detailed case studies covering the full range of challenges faced by manga artists — from combat scenes to furries — so you can master the processes and practices you need to know!
- Dynamic examples focusing on fine details as well as big-picture, broad-stroke basics
- Over 800 sample illustrations produced by a professional artist to guide you!
Manga Character Design offers you all the techniques used by the pros—whether you draw digitally or manually.
**Recommended for artists ages 12+
Author: Shun Akagi
Publisher: Tuttle Publishing
Published: September 17, 2024
Pages: 144
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 1.3 pounds
Size: 7.5 x 0.5 x 9.75 inches
ISBN13: 978-4805318027
ISBN10: 4805318023
BISAC Categories:
- Science Fiction & Fantasy Art
- Figure Drawing Guides
- Pop Culture Art