Takahiro Kanami teaches you how to draw book

Product Description

Discover the advanced techniques of drawing hands and arms with Takahiro Kanami's latest book, a follow-up to his highly acclaimed "How to Draw Hands." This comprehensive guide delves deeper into the art of creating "amazing hands" that captivate viewers. Building on the basics, this book explores advanced methods for drawing hands, arms, and shadows, offering insights into creating dynamic and memorable hand illustrations. Whether you're an aspiring artist or a seasoned animator, this book equips you with the skills to master the nuances of hand and arm anatomy, shading, and expressive poses.

Product Specification

- Detailed explanations of hand and arm anatomy, including structure and movement. - Techniques for drawing hands and arms across different genders, ages, and physiques (e.g., men, women, children, and babies). - Comprehensive shading techniques, including light source awareness, shadow types, and simplification methods. - Four key hand expressions: "Natural Hands," "Hands with Direction," "Powerful Hands," and "Hands Enhanced by Composition." - Insights into animation drawing direction and creating staged effects, as seen in "Yu-Gi-Oh! The Dark Side of Dimensions."

Additional Features

- Exclusive professional round table discussion featuring Takahiro Kanami, Yukio Kaizawa (Animation Director), and Ryutaro Okiayu (Voice Actor). - Two hand pose photo collections with 114 poses by Takahiro Kanami and Erika Terashima (actor and hand model). - Downloadable hand pose photos for use as drawing references. - Line drawings for shading practice to refine your skills. - Animation commentary video showcasing Takahiro Kanami's drawing process.

Table of Contents

- CHAPTER 1: How to Draw Hands and Arms - CHAPTER 2: How to Draw Shadows - CHAPTER 3: Amazing Hand Techniques - Articles at the End of the Book: - How to Create the Direction of "Yu-Gi-Oh! The Dark Side of Dimensions" - Professional Round Table Talk - Two Hand Pose Photo Collection

This book is a must-have resource for artists and animators looking to elevate their craft and create stunning hand illustrations with depth, precision, and emotion.