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Book Synopsis: Here is a comprehensive approach to drawing comic-strip characters in an appealing contemporary style featuring large-format reproductions that can be easily copied. A wide range of drawings depicting people of all ages as well as such animals as cats, dogs, birds, and fish show you how to capture the personality, mood, and character of a subject. The 275 drawings illustrate head and body construction, how to draw facial features and expressions, how to use action lines to depict body language, how to draw hands and feet, and ways to convey emotion and age. The author also offers valuable tips on developing a comic strip. He shows you how to place subjects within panels; make a layout; master reverse angles, medium shots, and close-ups; establish lights and darks; and utilize dialogue balloons. Beginning and intermediate artists—from the younger audiences attracted to animation to more sophisticated artist who enjoy New Yorker-type spot cartoons—will find the book of great interest.
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Are you an aspiring cartoonist looking to bring your characters to life? Look no further than Christopher Hart's How To Draw book! This comprehensive guide offers a modern approach to drawing comic-strip characters, featuring large-format reproductions that can be easily copied. With over 275 drawings, you'll learn how to capture the personality, mood, and character of your subjects, whether they're people of all ages or adorable animals like cats, dogs, birds, and fish. Master head and body construction, facial features, body language, and even convey emotions and age through your art. Plus, you'll gain valuable insights on developing your very own comic strip, from layout and panel placement to lighting and dialogue balloons. Whether you're a beginner or an intermediate artist, this book is a must-have for anyone looking to take their cartooning skills to the next level.
But don't just take our word for it! This book has been praised by a wide range of audiences, from younger animation enthusiasts to sophisticated artists who enjoy New Yorker-type spot cartoons. Its appeal knows no bounds, and it's sure to inspire and educate artists of all skill levels. So why wait? Start creating your own captivating comic strips today with Christopher Hart's How To Draw book!
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