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Cartooning Technique Cartooning Technique Juvenile literature Comic books, strips, etc Japan Technique Comic books, strips, etc Technique Comic books, strips, etc Technique Juvenile literature Comic strip characters Comic strip characters Japan Drawing Technique Drawing Technique Juvenile literature JapanHart, Christopher.
Summary: The author's distinctive step-by-step approach to drawing manja shoujo, funny mascots, magical boys, fighting teams, and supporting characters is accompanied by detailed instructions on how to design layouts.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Watson-Guptill 2006
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1 available in Young Adult Non-fiction, Call number: YA 741.2 HARToudo, Ryo.
Summary: Explains how characters in Japanese comics, or manga, are drawn, with an emphasis on pen and tone techniques.
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Graphic-sha Pub. Co. 2003
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 741.2 TOUIlya
Summary: "A brilliant guide to the art of creating comics... in the format of a comic!"--Page [4] of cover.
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Chicago Review Press 2017
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1 available in Young Adult Non-fiction, Call number: YA 741.2 ILYCole, Margherita
Summary: From eccentric comic strips to imaginative manga, there are many different forms of cartoons. What do they have in common? They capture the essence of something: simplification creates lovable characters. Cole uses step-by-step instructions and basic shapes to teach you to draw cartoon-inspired people, clothing, and things. With dozens of drawing projects and easy-to-follow tips and techniques,...
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Walter Foster Publishing, an imprint of the Quarto Group 2022
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 741.51 COLRoche, Art.
Summary: Provides budding artists with instruction on creating cartoons, along with advice on writing jokes, composing panels, and getting published, with an emphasis on original illustrations and developing a personal style.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Sterling 2010
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 741.5 ROCHart, Christopher
Summary: "Nothing brings anime artists more satisfaction than creating their own original characters. ... [A]uthor Christopher Hart shows how to do just that by breaking down the basics of creating engaging and imaginative anime characters. Using simple templates as a starting point, artists will learn how to make a wide range of wholly original anime characters emerge."--Cover flap.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Drawing with Christopher Hart, Sixth & Spring Books 2015
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 741.2 HARBarbo, Maria S.
Summary: "Want to become a Wings of Fire drawing expert? You've come to the right place! This official How to Draw book includes simple, step-by-step instructions on how to sketch and color the simplest dragonets all the way to the most powerful, full-grown dragons. All your favorite characters from Sunny, Qibli, and Blue to Tsunami, Glory, and Peril and Kinkajou, Clay, and Darkstalker are here. Over 40...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Scholastic Inc. 2023
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Summary: Offers step-by-step instructions for drawing Pokemon, including Chikorita, Cyndaquil, and Lugia.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Scholastic 2010
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Summary: Provides step-by-step instructions for drawing manga heads and bodies as well as characters in styles including shoujo and bishounen.
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Watson-Guptill Publications 2011
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 741.5 HARCopies Available at Woodmere
1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 741.522 HARKrefta, Ben
Summary: Designed for novice to intermediate illustrators, the book covers everything the budding manga artist needs, from choosing essential materials to creating your own exciting and innovative characters. The book is divided into a number of sections, all providing essential and innovative tips and hints.
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Barnes & Noble Books 2003
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 741.2 KRENickel, Scott
Summary: "This hands-on title provides step-by-step instructions for drawing favorite Garfield characters including Garfield, Odie, Jon, and more. Clear text is punctuated by fun asides from Garfield to deliver how-to-draw content with trademark Garfield humor"--
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Lerner Publications 2021
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 741.5 NICSturm, James.
Summary: Contains a story in which a magical cartooning elf helps a princess make a comic book, while teaching the reader to draw their own comic.
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Publisher / Publication Date: First Second 2009
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Summary: Provides step-by-step instructions for drawing cartoon animals, including lions, elephants, rabbits, and others.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Watson-Guptill 2008
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Summary: Information and techniques for drawing, Manga style, the male form--from posture to shoes.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Graphic-sha Publishing 2002
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Contents: Drawing cartoons as easy as ABC -- Advanced drawing techniques -- Writing gags -- Presentation and selling.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Sterling Pub. Co. 2004
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1 available in Adult Graphic Novels, Call number: 741.5 HALLee, Frank
Summary: This essential guide teaches aspiring comic book writers how to construct an interesting and action-packed plot. Helpful examples and easy-to-follow instruction will allow readers to turn their imaginations into a fantastic comic book.
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Publisher / Publication Date: PowerKids Press 2012
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1 available in JT Non-Fiction, Call number: JT Arts LeeLeong, Sonia.
Summary: "Manga creator Sonia Leong and a group of acclaimed fellow professionals lay bare the expert techniques behind this vibrant art form"--P. [4] of cover.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Barron's 2013
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Summary: Catch step-by-step secret tips on drawing your favorite Pokémon, like Pikachu, Togepi, Chikorita, Meowth, Pichu, Houndour, Lugia, Cyndaquil, and more! Plus, draw bonus poses of Pokémon in action, and create your own battle scenes! You'll be a Pokémon-drawing-Master in no time!
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Scholastic Inc. 2002
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2 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 741.2 WESMorozumi, Junka
Summary: This book provides a revolutionary new 3-step tracing technique that beginning artists can use to quickly learn to draw manga characters just like a pro!
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Publisher / Publication Date: Tuttle Publishing 2019
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1 available in Young Adult Collection, Call number: YA 741.2 MORBrunetti, Ivan.
Summary: Provides lessons on the art of cartooning along with information on terminology, tools, techniques, and theory.
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Yale University Press 2011
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 741.5 BRUFinnegan, Marco
Summary: "Learn how to draw your very own comic strip with Garfield and friends! Accessible step-by-step instructions guide aspiring artists through the process"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Lerner Publications 2020
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Summary: A course on comic creation--for college classes or for independent study--that centers on storytelling and concludes with making a finished comic. With chapters on lettering, story structure, and panel layout, the fifteen lessons offered--each complete with homework, extra-credit activities and supplementary reading suggestions--provide a solid introduction for people interested in making their...
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Publisher / Publication Date: First Second 2008
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1 available in Adult, Call number: 741.5 AbeCopies Available at Woodmere
1 available in Oversize, Call number: OVS 741.51 ABEAmberlyn, J. C.
Summary: Provides tips and instructions for drawing manga animals, chibis, and other creatures, and includes demonstrations on using computer programs such as Corel Painter and Photoshop.
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Watson-Guptill 2009