[Amazon.co.jp Exclusive] Illustrated Anatomy Book (Bonus PDF Data Included)

I can draw, but something feels off"? This beginner's guide to illustration answers that question.

I can draw, but something feels off. I just can't draw compelling pictures... This beginner's guide to illustration is designed for people like you, helping you take your drawing to the next level.

The explanations are based on the parts of the human body and specific composition examples, so as you read, you'll naturally begin to see what needs improvement.

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→Do you need talent to draw?

"Simply put, you don't need any 'talent' to draw. In fact, what you think talent is and what you actually think talent is are completely different. I'm often asked, 'What do you need to improve your drawing skills?' In that case, I answer:

(1) Can you recognize manga drawings as people? (2) Can you sit in a chair and keep drawing? (3) Is there anything you want to draw? If you can answer yes to all three of these questions, you have the talent to draw."

(Excerpt from page 13 of this book / Author) Naoto Date)

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<Text Structure> ■ Characters■ ・Learn about the balance of the human body ・The waistline remains constant ・Men are square, women are triangular ・Age differences aren't just about wrinkles ・How to draw a well-balanced face ・Eye pupils are cone-shaped ・How to draw attractive eyebrows and eyelashes ・What's that gap in the middle of the mouth? ・Learn about different nose shapes ・The back of the head is the reason a face looks larger ・Tips for creating a three-dimensional look on the face ・Draw natural-looking hair with a random feel ・The upper arm and forearm are the same length ・Fingers are fan-shaped ・Learn about leg structure ・Thickness is important for the feet ・The only torso with range of motion is the stomach ・Learn how the shoulders, legs, and neck are attached ・Be aware of contrapposto when posing ・The key to wrinkles in clothing is the importance Power and Connections

■Composition■ ・For energetic poses, an extended posture is key. ・Express gentleness with a defensive posture. ・For powerful poses, focus on straight lines. ・For sexy poses, lines are important. ・Express the character's power. ・Create an unsettling atmosphere. ・Make them look cute, like in a gravure photo. ・Make towering buildings look larger. ・Draw an interior with depth. ・Draw a cityscape seen from above with a lively look. ・Show an intimate relationship. ・Show relationships through contrast. ・The background cuts across the character. ・Compositions that cut off at the joints. ・Compositions that kill the character's personality.

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●Bonus Contents "Illustration Anatomy" Bonus PDF

We will be distributing a specially edited PDF of illustrations and explanations that were not included in the book. We hope this will help you create your own works.