This all-in-one guide by master manga illustrator Shun Akagi teaches you the basics of figure drawing and character creation--from hairstyles and clothing to facial expressions and body poses. You'll then be immersed in the elements needed to bring to your story to life: coloration, light and shadow, angles and perspective, composition and storytelling techniques.

Shun offers you all the tips and information you need in a series of detailed, hands-on lessons:

• Tutorials in analogue and digital character design covering topics like anatomy and body structure; facial features and expressions; clothing and accessories; composition and narrative techniques
• Detailed case studies covering the full range of challenges faced by manga artists -- from combat scenes to furries -- so you can master the processes and practices you need to know!
• Dynamic examples focusing on fine details as well as big-picture, broad-stroke basics
• Over 800 sample illustrations produced by a professional artist to guide you!

**Recommended for artists ages 12+