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Manga Techniques TPB Vol. 4: Character Design for Beginners - nick & dent
 This book is the fourth in a series of tutorial manga books that not only teach drawing techniques, but also how to properly use the materials commonly used within the field. This volume covers: Chapter 1: Before you begin drawing Chapter 2: Drawing the face, hands and legs Chapter 3: Drawing the whole body Chapter 4: Moving the characters |
New Generation of Manga Artists TPB Vol. 5: Kao Yung & Kuan-Liang - nick & dent
 This is a collection of artwork by a new generation of manga artists appearing on the manga scene after Graphic-sha began publication of its How to Draw Manga series. Within each volume is featured especially created artwork by carefully selected leading young artists currently active in the Japanese manga and anime art scene. Also included are designs selected from amongst published works of the artists. In the second half of each guide, the artist offers tips on creating art. Features complete designs, rough sketches, thoughts at the creation stage, artists' inspirations and comments by the artists. |
Manga Techniques TPB Vol. 2: Drawing Manga For Advanced Learners - nick & dent
 This book is the second in a series of tutorial manga books that not only teach drawing techniques, but also how to properly use the materials commonly used within the field. This volume covers: Chapter 1: How to make color illustrations Chapter 2: How to draw characters Chapter 3: Drawing backgrounds with perspective Chapter 4: Rules of manga making |
Manga Techniques TPB Vol. 5: How To Draw Japanese Manga - nick & dent
 This book is the fifth in a series of tutorial manga books that not only teach drawing techniques, but also how to properly use the materials commonly used within the field. This volume covers: Chapter 1: Drawing Techniques and Process Chapter 2: Tool Selection and Use Chapter 3: How to Draw Different Characters Chapter 4: Background and Perspective Chapter 5: Drawing in Panels |
Plastic Culture How Japanese Toys Conquered The World HC
 Blending incisive analysis and stylish photos, Plastic Culture explores the world of toys: why we love them, what they represent and why there's a growing market for 'designer' and 'art' toys aimed at adults. Extensively researched, the book includes interviews with the leading players in today's toy world, including long-established Japanese toymaking giants Kaiyodo and Sanrio, world-famous fine artists and producers of 'art' toys Takashi Murakami and Yoshitomo Nara, and cult Hong Kong designers of 'urban vinyl' toys Michael Lau and Eric So. |