Learn how to draw the main genres of manga characters from scratch with this fantastic guide.

Learn how to draw manga characters from scratch! Aimed specifically at beginners, this book includes examples from the main genres of manga and will teach you how to draw different characters in distinct poses. To help you along the way, there are clear step-by-step instructions, with 10 exercises for each genre. Friendly chibis pop up every so often to offer tips and advice to keep in mind while you are drawing. Extensive advice on finishing techniques ranges from colouring by computer, using pen and ink, paintbrush, felt-tip pen and pencils. For the best start to your manga-drawing journey, this book will inspire you to explore and improve your skills.

Do you want to learn how to draw manga characters from scratch? Then look no further! Aimed specifically at beginners, this book includes examples from the main genres of manga characters and will teach you how to draw different characters in distinct poses. Starting with simple exercises and gradually getting more complicated, there are sections covering Kodomo (child), Shonen (teenage boy), Shojo (teenage girl) and Seinen (youth) characters to practise.

To help you along the way, there are clear step-by-step instructions, with 10 exercises for each genre. Friendly chibis also pop up every so often to offer tips and advice to keep in mind while you are drawing. Extensive advice on finishing techniques ranges from colouring by computer, using pen and ink, paintbrush, felt-tip pen and pencils, both in black and white and colour.

For the best start to your manga-drawing journey, this book will inspire you to explore and improve your skills.