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Monsters come in all sizes – and textures! Soupy concrete, spiky scales, and rough rocks are just a few of the bizarre body types this ultimate guide contains. Readers will design their own monstrous characters who are good, evil, or something in between. Example backstories help readers create their own complex characters. They'll also learn important artistic techniques to enhance their storytelling, such as how to use body language to express...
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Magical amulets, supernatural powers, mind-altering abilities – the world of mystical heroes is full of bewitching possibilities. This ultimate guide introduces readers to a tantalizing array of mystical powers, and gives them the tools to design their own. A diverse cast of reference characters shows readers the importance of representation in comic books, encouraging them to create their own diverse heroes and heroines. Readers will be inspired...
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Tragic pasts, secret identities, compelling personalities – the best character designs are built on these essential factors! This ultimate guide shows readers how to create costumes that reflect their characters' powers, how to design a team of characters with interesting group dynamics, and how backstory can contribute to a character's flaws and strengths. Using classic designs, poses, and powers as references, readers will create their own unique...
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When intergalactic evil strikes, heroic astronauts, aliens, and robots spring into action! This ultimate guide shows readers how to create bizarre extraterrestrial life-forms, design amazing robots, and deck their characters out in space gear. Readers will draw inspiration from Earth's insects and strange animals as they bring their own alien species to life. They'll build diverse planets and mind-blowing star fields for their characters to conquer...
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Create adorable kawaii characters with this easy-to-follow drawing book!
Originating in Japan, the kawaii art style literally translates as 'cute' and turns people, animals and even food into lovable characters. Hello Kitty, Pikachu and Pusheen are all kawaii characters, and the style is as popular as ever.
By following simple step-by-step instructions, children can learn to draw a sleepy koala, a cheeky doughnut, a shy puppy, or a whole plate of...
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Superpowers aren't the only way to save the day in the urban jungle. This ultimate guide takes readers back to the basics of beating the bad guys with martial arts and hand-to-hand combat! Character references, fight choreography, and step-by-step instructions walk readers through the basics of designing characters who rely on their fists and wits. Readers will also learn crucial techniques in perspective to create towering buildings, desolate subways,...
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What makes a villain truly vile? Threatening postures, creepy color schemes, and dastardly weapons are a good place to start creating bad people! This ultimate guide teaches readers how to craft the perfect villains to oppose their heroic characters. They'll learn crucial storytelling techniques, such as how to find their villain's Achilles heel. Readers will also play with light, shadows, and other essential artistic skills. Simple step-by-step instructions...