Tezuka School of Animation Vol. 1 - Learning the Basics

The work of artist Osamu Tezuka has been as influential in Japan as that of Walt Disney in the U.S. His most famouos character, Astro Boy, guides the reader through this book on the fundamentals of animation. The focus is on mastering movement, timing, and expression- the keys to bringing anime characters to life. This book is filled with step-by-step instructions on how to depict weight, walking speed, dynamic action, and effects like fire and water. The concepts are all taken from Tezuka's works and have his particular stylistic mark. Become a master by mastering the basics!

Author/Artist: Tezuka Productions
Format: Softcover, 7" x 10"
ISBN: 1-56970-995-5
Publisher Info: © 2003 Digital Manga Publishing

104 b&w pages
English text