The Big Book of Drawing Anime is the ultimate reference for creating and drawing your own unique anime characters. It covers the basics you need to know for a solid foundation in drawing anime, from anime heads and faces to poses, including a 101 on figure drawing that will have you creating unforgettable characters in no time. Every aspect of anime is covered including the following: . Expressions . Facial details such as eyes and hairstyles . Outfits (from the classic schoolgirl uniform to the bohemian) . Character design (with tips on how to draw the most popular types of anime personalities) You'll learn how to create anime scenes, increase emotional intensity, and convey characters' personalities and how they feel about each other by how you draw them. Everything is shown in easy-to-follow detail, step by step. Author Christopher Hart also includes two trouble-shooting sections - The Do's and Don'ts of Figure Drawing and Solutions for Common Drawing Problems. All along the way, you'll learn fun and invaluable lessons on creating uniquely memorable anime characters and stories. AUTHOR: Christopher Hart is the world's leading author of art instruction books. His titles frequently appear on the Bookscan Top 50 Art list. They also have a huge international audience, having been translated into over 20 languages. In his more than 100 titles, he offers artists accessible and clearly written step-by-step instruction on a wide variety of learn-how-to-draw subjects, including figure drawing, manga, cartooning, fashion, and animals. SELLING POINTS: . A complete guide to everything you need to know to draw anime . Gives the artist and invaluable toolset for drawing compelling art, with chapters on the basics of figure drawing as well as composition and layout . Chapters dedicated to Mastering Anime Eyes & Hairstyles, Expressions Every Artist Needs to Know, How to Create Outfits, Building Poses Step by Step, and . 9 Must-Know Genres of Anime . More than 480 step-by-step illustrations . Includes an example of how to draw your own anime story, panel by panel . Includes interviews with anime professionals, including an artist and animator, for readers who like to dream big!