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how to draw amazing characters from simple templates
Christopher Hart
Drawing cartoons
144 pages
illustrations (some colour)
Contents include: Inventing original characters -- Modifying your characters -- The nine cartoon personality types -- Cartoon bodies: simplify & exaggerate -- Modifying cartoon bodies -- Must-know poses for every cartoonist -- The master chapter: creating variations
Summary: Many aspiring artists want to create original characters. That's the fun of cartooning. But character design lessons can be challenging. This beginner's guide to character design shows cartoonists how to make small adjustments to basic forms and shapes in order to come up with unique characters they can call their own. The book focuses on six areas: head and body types, exaggeration, personality, proportions, poses, and costumes. Anyone who has wanted to invent an original character but doesn't know where to start will find the answers in this complete and accessible instructional book that is chock full of clear step-by-step illustrations, expert instruction, and tons of helpful tips
Drawing with Christopher Hart