Monster Book of Manga Drawing: 150 Step-by-Step Projects for Beginners

Authors: Okum, David
Publisher: Penguin Publishing Group
BISAC/Subject: ART004000, CGN004050, ART010000
ISBN: 9781440332159, Related ISBNs: 1440332096, 1440332150, 9781440332098, 9781440332159
Classification: Fiction
Number of pages: 272,
Audience: General/trade
Synopsis: It's the most mammoth book of manga drawing EVER!

If there's one key to drawing manga, it's GO BIG--starting with this humongous book of step-by-step instruction and inspiration.

Compiled from nearly 10 years of best-selling books by David Okum, these pages are teeming with the most popular characters--ninjas, wizards, cyberpunk kids, space pirates, evil queens, mindless goons and more--all broken down into easy-to-follow steps, from pencil sketch to full-color renderings. Throughout, you'll find expert advice on rendering dynamic poses, expressions, weapons, clothing, cool modes of transportation and more. Hero or villain, chibi or giant, mecha or mega-cute...you'll learn how to draw them all manga-style. Simply add your one-of-a-kind twist, and POW! There's no stopping you!

150 step-by-step demos make it easy to learn by doing!

   • 30+ memorable superheroes and the villains that make their lives difficult
   • 30+ terrific monsters--killer robots, zombies, mutant cyborgs, vampires and the like
   • 30+ varieties of fantasy characters, including goblins, elves, witches and skeleton warriors
   • Sidekicks, thugs and other supporting characters to round out your cast
   • PLUS a whole chapter of wicked-cool martial arts moves for action-filled fight scenes!


Join the LEGIONS of budding artists who have learned to draw with David Okum!
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