if you ever wanted to know what every single muscle in the face does, this is the book for you
starts by exploring the structure of the face and its specific muscles, then takes a deep dive
into the six categories of human expressions. everything discussed is clearly demonstrated with its
own illustrations
a color theory book i'd recommend for intermediate/advanced artists since the info inside might be overwhelming for beginners. it explores the many dimensions of how we perceive color; values; matte, specular, and transparent surfaces; and combining surfaces. there's also three tutorials, each from different artists, which focus on color and light choices for specific illustrations
the color theory book that Everyone recommends
goes very in depth on different types of light
sources and how light interacts with forms, then onto color theory and how to build color palettes.
told from the perspective of a traditional painter, so it also includes tips on how to mix pigments
so much information on how clothing folds and wrinkles form around the human body. Hogarth has this drawing style where he really exaggerates the structures and forms of everything he draws, which i think works to his advantage in his art books. makes it very clear exactly what he's talking about
OBSCENELY in-depth guide on how to professionally letter comics. gets right into the nitty gritty on how to use graphic design software for lettering (Adobe Illustrator is the industry standard and what Nate uses in his work). covers the tools of the trade, lettering templates, dialogue, word balloons, captions, sound effects, titles and logos, and taking everything from proofs to finals
a visual encyclopedia on various categories of apparel and accessories. geared more towards fashion designers, it details the anatomy, measurements, and different styles of various apparel, all using industry standard terms. if you want to deepen your understanding of clothing to add more variety and specificity to the outfits you design, this book is for you
The Classic Figure Drawing Book
it covers proportions, muscles, methods for constructing the
figure, and various poses. this book only demonstrates "ideal proportions" so you ain't gonna be
seeing any body diversity here, but it is pretty thorough on how to draw the human figure
comic editing guide written by Shelly Bond, a long-time comic editor who worked at Vertigo for over two decades. as a comic creator, it's incredibly insightful to see what a comic editor looks for in a new comic, and what she's thinking when putting together a comics team. also covers the whole comic creation process: writing, rough art, pencilling, lettering, inking, coloring, and cover and logo design
one of my top favorite art books of all time!!!
incredibly useful book for learning how to draw
people who feel alive by understanding how force and motion moves through the body. includes great
illustrated examples from life drawing sessions. also has an animal drawing counterpart but i
haven't read that one yet
great guide on how to make purposeful and effective compositional decisions for visual
storytelling.
useful tips on how to frame the focus of a composition, visually communicate the
dynamics between characters, and effectively use different types of camera angles. fantastic for
storyboarding and comics
a book that is, indeed, all about drawing noir comics.
topics covered include drawing tools, the
comic creation process, and establishing moods with heavy black fills. unfortunately this book mostly
just scratches the surface of its topics, but im a sucker for the noir aesthetic so i like having
it around
in this house we love Lynda Barry!! this book is very accessible for anyone at any drawing
level, thanks to its focus on having fun and using pictures as a form of communication.
it's structured
similar to her college courses, with various assignments and exercises meant to get your creativity
flowing. a treasure trove for any comic artist who wants to spark their creativity and reclaim their
confidence
superb little guide on drawing in perspective
it starts out simple and gradually builds upon
its concepts in an easy to understand way. if you struggle with perspective and want to learn more, this
book is an easily digestible place to start
another perspective book! doesn't go into the basics as well as Perspective Made Easy,
but it does go into way more complex perspective setups that are helpful for comics
it even
teaches you four-point perspective if you wanna go straight to hell
a collection of random tips by Griz & Norm, a married duo who work as feature animation artists
various topics include gesture drawing, color theory, stylization, and storyboarding, plus
A Lot More. you can also see most of their Tuesday Tips for free on their instagram!
