Super Techniques! Techniques for drawing portraits: how to capture the true lines as seen in the details

Product Description

This comprehensive guide is a must-have for aspiring artists and animators looking to master the art of drawing human figures. Authored by a professional animator renowned for their hit series on character illustration techniques, this book delves into the essential skills needed to bring characters to life. It provides a step-by-step approach to understanding the human body's structure, including muscles, skeletons, and fat distribution, and teaches how to draw detailed body parts such as ears, elbows, and ankles. The book also explores how to capture the full body, taking into account differences in gender, body shape, and age, as well as techniques for depicting movement like walking and running. Additionally, it offers advanced tips for creating dynamic and attractive portraits, incorporating complex elements like motion and interaction. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced artist, this book is designed to elevate your drawing skills and help you create lifelike, expressive characters.

Product Specification

Introduction: - Learn the key details to focus on when drawing human figures. Chapter 1: Basic Knowledge and Techniques - Eye level and perspective. - Grounding and box awareness. - Body balance and facial flow. - Preliminary body sketches and natural body movement. - Center of gravity and compositional drawing steps. - Powerful angles and their impact. Chapter 2: Points to Consider for Each Part - Drawing the head, eyes, nose, mouth, and ears. - Techniques for hair, neck, shoulders, chest, and back. - Understanding the waist, hips, pelvis, arms, and elbows. - Drawing hands and their range of motion. Chapter 3: Separating Gender, Personality, and Generation - Creating unique characters. - Drawing natural facial expressions and body flow. - Considering body thickness and angles. - Differentiating body shapes and age groups. Chapter 4: Drawing Movement - Techniques for walking, running, and picking up objects. - Depicting love scenes, reading, eating, and changing clothes.

Usage

This book is ideal for artists, animators, and illustrators who want to improve their ability to draw realistic and expressive human figures. It is suitable for both beginners seeking foundational knowledge and experienced artists looking to refine their techniques. The structured chapters and detailed explanations make it a valuable resource for self-study or as a reference guide for professional projects.