Japanese Comickers - Draw Anime and Manga Like Japan's Hottest Artists

Japanese Comickers profiles fourteen talented young Japanese artists working in anime and manga. The artists range in age from 19-27 and their work has not been explored in any other publication to date. Some of the artists utilize digital tools while others work in more traditional media. You'll not only gain a rare insight into the hottest young Japanese artists working today, but also learn for yourself the secrets that go into the making of their incredible artwork.

Featured Artists are:

Yu Kagei
Hirofumi Fujiko
Nanamirio
Noriko Meguro
Shunpei
Hinoki Amamori
Sunaho Tobe
nini
Hikaru Nakano
Ridoru
Ryuya
Yoko Tanji
Mey Suzuki
Ippei Gyoubu

Japanese Comickers also features:
An introductory essay on Japanese illustratration and the development of anime and manga.
A glossary of terms unique to manga and anime illustrations.
A discussion of the four keywords essential to a true understanding of Japanese illustration.

A showcase of the cutting edge vanguard of Japanese illustration and a valuable how-to guide for aspiring artists, Japanese Comickers is an essential addition to every manga and anime fan's library.


Format: Softcover, 8-3/8" x 11-3/4"
ISBN: 0-0605-1355-1
Publisher: Harper Design International, 2003

128 pages,
English Text