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This is the ideal introduction for budding cartoonists, covering all the essential aspects of the art. There's useful advice on the tools and equipment needed, and all the techniques are clearly and simply presented. Featuring numerous step-by-step examples and demonstrations, and more than 400 cartoons and caricatures, this book tells you how draw basic cartoons and create characters; depict expressions and gestures; draw portrait, political, stylized, and quick-draw caricatures; capture the personalities of your subject; develop your characters and create a comic-strip narrative; write scripts and graphic stories for your superheroes; bring your characters to life in animation sequences; create a storyboard, and more. Essential for all aspiring cartoon artists.
This guide investigates the fundamental techniques and creative processes required to transition from a novice illustrator to a proficient cartoonist. John Byrne, an established professional in the field, utilizes his extensive experience to break down the complex mechanics of character design, narrative structure, and visual storytelling. The book provides a structured framework that moves from basic technical requirements to the advanced application of animation and comic-strip production.
What You Will Find
The subject matter points to a highly accessible, practical manual designed for beginners seeking a broad foundation in the mechanics of cartooning. The inclusion of over 400 examples suggests a visual-heavy approach that prioritizes technical demonstration over theoretical discourse.
Page Count:
192
Publication Date:
2002-01-01
Publisher:
Harper Collins
ISBN-10:
000714217X
ISBN-13:
9780007142170
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