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Cartooning Technique Comic books, strips, etc Authorship Comic books, strips, etc Japan Technique Comic books, strips, etc Technique Comic books, strips, etc Technique Juvenile literature Comic strip characters Drawing Technique Drawing Technique Juvenile literature Figure drawing Technique JapanIlya
Summary: "A brilliant guide to the art of creating comics... in the format of a comic!"--Page [4] of cover.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Chicago Review Press 2017
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1 available in Young Adult Non-fiction, Call number: YA 741.2 ILYHayashi, Hikaru.
Summary: Contains line illustrations that show how different articles and styles of clothing and accessories are drawn in manga comics and novels.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Graphic-sha 2003
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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 instruction on the techniques used to illustrate comic book stories, using as examples such Mighty Marvel heroes as Thor, The Silver Surfer, Spider-Man, and The Hulk.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Simon and Schuster 1978
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 741.2 LEEPagani, Balthazar
Summary: How to draw a graphic novel is structured as a series of short art courses that combine technical advice with creative inspiration. The book includes lessons in how to construct a narrative, develop characters, design settings, as well as the basics of printing, binding and digital file set-up. Each lesson is supported by striking illustrations by graphic novel artist Marco Maraggi, and...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Thames & Hudson Ltd 2023
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 741.2 PAGNickel, 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"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Lerner Publications 2021
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 741.5 NICSchmidt, Andy
Summary: Schmidt offers advice and practical instruction for everything from writing realistic dialogue to communicating your ideas to other comics professionals. Includes 23 exercises to help you put fundamental writing principles into practice, sample script formats, page-by-page outlines, scene-by-scene outlines and short pitches that show you exactly how to create these important components of the...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Impact Books 2018
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 741.51 SCHBrunetti, Ivan
Summary: "Cartoonist Ivan Brunetti teams up with editor Françoise Mouly to create a comprehensive Comics how-to booklet, geared towards parents, teachers, librarian, and children alike"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: TOON Books 2019
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 741.5 BRUKrefta, 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.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Barnes & Noble Books 2003
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 741.2 KRECoovert, J. P.
Summary: "With Draw A Comic!, you'll learn to create and print your own comic books! Follow these simple steps to sketch out your story ideas and ink a comic page. Learn which art supplies are best for drawing comics--you can use a pen, a brush, or even a computer. With the help of a photocopy machine, you can even self-publish your own comics and share them with your friends!"-- Back cover.
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Publisher / Publication Date: First Second 2019
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Summary: "Learn to draw a wide range of manga characters in a variety of hairstyles, faces, and clothing, as well as animals, mechas, weapons, and vehicles. From teens to tech, cuddly pups to dangerous dragons, you'll find them all here in these pages. Step-by-step drawings show you how to draw bodies, faces, eyes, hair, hands, and feet. Learn scores of hairstyles, facial expressions, hand gestures, and...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Stackpole Books 2022
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 741.2 LID'Errico, Camilla.
Summary: Provides instruction on drawing manga characters, including the human head and body, action poses, and animals.
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2013
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: Art Draw D'ErricoSummary: "For beginner to intermediate artists, Saturday AM Presents How to Draw Diverse Manga demonstrates how to conceive and draw original characters that reflect diverse racial, ethnic, and gender identities, featuring work by the artists represented in Saturday AM magazine, a recognized global brand that unites the two biggest trends in Young Adult graphic novels/comic books: diversity and manga"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2022
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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 HARHart, 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 HARHayashi, Hikaru
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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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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Publisher / Publication Date: Graphic-sha Pub. 2001
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Summary: This guide teaches readers important techniques and encourages them to use their imaginations. Each step in creating graphic novel art is explained from beginning with pencil to ending.
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Publisher / Publication Date: PowerKids Press 2012
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1 available in JT Non-Fiction, Call number: JT Arts LeeFinnegan, 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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Place a hold to request this item.Summary: Thirteen prominent cartoonists discuss their creative processes and the experiences and influences that led to their success in one of today's most vibrant art forms. Each interview is followed by an original graphic short on the common theme of "the city."
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Publisher / Publication Date: Candlewick Press 2016
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 920 COMAbel, Jessica.
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