Hugely popular in Japan and gaining acceptance all over the world, manga appeals to people of all ages and artistic abilities. This comprehensive guide explains the essentials of this art form for manga artists of all skill levels, giving novices basic instruction and providing advanced tips for more seasoned illustrators. Filled with step-by-step illustrations, it provides pencil-drawing, inking, and coloring techniques as well as touching on ways artists can use new technology such as Adobe Photoshop to create manga artworks. It also has sections devoted to drawing animals—including bunnies, horses, and salamanders—and mecha characters, which incorporate robot, human, and/or animal figures into futuristic-looking beings. A gallery of finished examples at the end of the book serves as a visual reference as well as a catalyst for more ideas.

Hugely popular in Japan and gaining acceptance all over the world, manga appeals to people of all ages and artistic abilities. This comprehensive guide explains the essentials of this art form for manga artists of all skill levels, giving novices basic instruction and providing advanced tips for more seasoned illustrators. Filled with step-by-step illustrations, it provides pencil-drawing, inking, and coloring techniques as well as touching on ways artists can use new technology such as Adobe Photoshop to create manga artworks. It also has sections devoted to drawing animals--including bunnies, horses, and salamanders--and mecha characters, which incorporate robot, human, and/or animal figures into futuristic-looking beings. A gallery of finished examples at the end of the book serves as a visual reference as well as a catalyst for more ideas.