Hart, Christopher.
Watson-Guptill (see Random) 2010 192p 21.99
978-0-8230-1488-0 all ages E-BN
Chibis are super-cute characters in Japanese comics. How to draw their bodies, clothes, accessories, action poses and their environment are shown in detail. Comparisons to manga show the distinct differences. A must for all collections. Chibis are super-cute characters in Japanese comics. This book provides easy, detailed descriptions of what chibis look like, what they wear, their accessories, and how elements of their environment reflect the soft rounded, tiny characters. The side-by-side comparisons of a manga character and a chibi in the same pose, with the same expression,and the same clothing allow the reader to “get” what the words say about the chibi being small, rounded and more childlike. Hints about colors frequently used by Japanese artists as they draw chibis allow the student to draw more realistic chibis. Examples of action movements and emotions are drawn in a manner specific to chibis - usually exaggerated from the manga character. The “under the body” circles and soft curves are shown in line drawings with clothing added in stages to allow the reader the ability to draw in stages until the final character is complete. Helpful hints appearing on each page enhance the text. An index, rare in this type of book, allows the reader to hone in on a specific element of drawing chibis. An outstanding book for all aspiring cartooning artists. Even if not interested in chibis, artists will learn how to draw action movements, textures, hemlines that flow, and emotions. For all ages. McNicol,Lois
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