Manga Art: Inspiration and Techniques from an Expert Illustrator [Paperback]

The world of manga (Japanese comics) has captured the imagination of artists, both aspiring and professional alike. Now best-selling artist and art instructor Mark Crilley presents the most complete look yet at the variety of creative options available in the world of manga. Crilley fills each chapter with gorgeous, original artwork created with a variety of tools (pencils, colored pencils, digital art, pen and ink, and more) and in a variety of manga-inspired styles. He pairs each piece with information on the materials used and the inspiration that led to its creation.Manga Artprovides readers a one-of-a-kind chance to hear from one of the leading artists in the field of manga instruction, as he reveals the unlimited possibilities of manga and the creative secrets behind over 100 pieces of original, never-before-seen artwork.CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION — 1

1. CHARACTERS — 4

2. JAPAN — 36 

3. SCIENCE FICTION — 68

4. CONCEPTUAL ART — 100

5. STYLEPLAY — 132“Mark Crilley’s drawings are some of my favorite things to look at, and this book is filled with beautiful examples of them!  Each drawing has a story, and the book is filled with insights on technique, tools, and all things manga. If you are interested in manga, or really any kind of cartooning or storytelling,Manga Artis for you!
 —Jeff Smith, creator ofBONE,RASL, andTuki Save the Humans

Manga Artis bursting with creative thoughts and processes. Food for any manga lover’s soul!  
 —Camilla d’Errico, painter, creator of Helmetgirls, and author ofPop Manga,Pop Painting, andPop Manga Coloring Book

I devoured this book in one sitting. Mark's work is beautiful and inspiring, and I had so many sketching ideas by the end that I had to slap my hands away from the alóå