{"product_id":"manga-for-dummies-paperback","title":"Manga for Dummies - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eKensuke Okabayashi\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGet started with the powerful visual language and storytelling medium that is manga\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eManga is a unique style of drawing. It's also a great way to make topics like history and politics appealing to a wide audience. \u003ci\u003eManga For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e teaches you the basics of drawing in the manga style. This step-by-step guide shows you how to apply the basic rules of manga figure drawing, whether you're a complete beginner or a professional artist. You'll learn how to create manga characters, from rough sketch through final rendering. Simple drawing exercises help you build and develop your skills. Plus, you can add interest and depth to your drawings with ideas and techniques from a manga pro. This book also covers how to create scripts and storyboards, so you can tell a great manga story from start to finish. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eGather the tools you'll need--including the latest digital illustration tools\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLearn what makes manga drawing different from other illustration styles\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCreate compelling characters, storylines, and visual settings\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eShare your creations and be a part of the manga community on social media\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eIf you're a fan of manga and other graphic arts and would like to start drawing your own characters and stories, this is the Dummies guide for you. Designers, artists, and writers of all skill levels are welcome!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBack Jacket\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGet a taste of manga drawing\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eManga is a distinctive way to draw comics and graphic novels. Japanese in origin, this artistic medium provides an accessible way to tell any story and teach any topic. \u003ci\u003eManga For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e shows you how to make your imagination come to life by creating manga characters, storyboarding comics, and adding dimension to your drawings. Learn to draw manga heroes, villains, mecha, and shojo characters, complete with their accessories -- and much more. Create any world you can imagine thanks to the easy instructions in this book. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eInside... \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA brief history of manga\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eGathering your materials\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWhat makes manga different\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDrawing facial expressions\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eGetting to know your major protagonists\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eGiving your drawing dimension\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBasic manga story writing\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSharing your work online\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eKensuke Okabayashi\u003c\/b\u003e is a professional freelance illustrator and comic book artist. Kensuke received his formal training at the School of Visual Arts in New York City, where he earned his BFA in illustration. His is the author of \u003ci\u003eFigure Drawing For Dummies \u003c\/i\u003eand \u003ci\u003eThe Five Dysfunctions of a Team (Manga Edition).\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 400\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.9 x 8.9 x 7.3 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e January 02, 2025\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51755427627296,"sku":"9781394281114","price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9764\/5344\/files\/acaad9d2f117408e3be850a0057c6ff3.webp?v=1780058538","url":"https:\/\/ebocreations.com\/products\/manga-for-dummies-paperback","provider":"The E-Book Oasis LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}