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The Complete Guide to Drawing Action Manga: A StepbyStep Artist's Handbook,Used
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Whether your character is jumping for joy or grappling with an opponent, this book provides all the essential techniques to draw more lifelike action figures in the classic Japanese manga style.The comprehensive introduction first shows the reader the physical anatomy of male vs. female figures and gives important tips on proportions, perspective and small but oftenoverlooked details such as the relative differences between male and female hands, fingers and feet.Five subsequent chapters cover over 40 action poses in the following categories: Chapter 1: Action (e.g. running and jumping) Chapter 2: Martial Arts (e.g. punching and kicking) Chapter 3: Interacting (e.g. judo holds and high fives) Chapter 4: Weapons (e.g. swords and knives) Chapter 5: Reacting (e.g. dodging a punch or taking a punch)Each pose and movement is illustrated with a rough sketch outline followed by a highlighted manga drawing containing detailed annotations by the author. After studying the sketches, you practice the drawing techniques in a tracing section at the end of each chapter. Each chapter also provides professional tips on the use of color and shading for greater realism.Special sections contain information and tips on particular topics of interest, such as how to draw clothes, hair and facial expressions or how to create special effects. At the end of the book, an actual 6page comic strip gives readers the opportunity to practice what they have learned by filling in the missing elements.
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- Q: What is 'The Complete Guide to Drawing Action Manga' about? A: 'The Complete Guide to Drawing Action Manga' is a step-by-step artist's handbook that teaches essential techniques for drawing lifelike action figures in the Japanese manga style. It covers anatomy, proportions, perspective, and various action poses.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'The Complete Guide to Drawing Action Manga' is shoco.
- Q: What topics are covered in the book? A: The book covers a range of topics including male and female anatomy, over 40 action poses, martial arts techniques, weapon handling, and tips on drawing clothing, hair, and facial expressions.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: 'The Complete Guide to Drawing Action Manga' contains 144 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of the book? A: The book is available in a paperback binding.
- Q: When was the book published? A: 'The Complete Guide to Drawing Action Manga' was published on September 3, 2019.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners? A: Yes, the book is designed to assist both beginners and experienced artists with step-by-step instructions and tips for drawing manga characters.
- Q: Does the book include illustrations? A: Yes, the book features rough sketches and highlighted manga drawings with detailed annotations to help readers understand the drawing techniques.
- Q: Can I practice drawing using this book? A: Yes, each chapter includes a tracing section where readers can practice the drawing techniques they have learned.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: The available edition of the book is illustrated.