Cartoon. A series of young cartoon comic techniques (1)

Author: Zhuang Ling
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Publish Date: 2005-04-01
Features: Comics are not bound by national borders; they are created using the "international language." Disney comics in the United States helped shape the growth of comics artists worldwide, and Japan's status as today's "comic kingdom" is also due to its influence. In the 1960s, Japanese comics focused on imitating American styles; in the 1970s, they gradually "Japanized" their approach; and by the 1980s, they had developed a unique "Japanese comic" style that even influenced various sectors of Japan's economy, business, entertainment, and media. Japanese comics are rich in content and cover a wide range of themes. They include school-themed girl comics, adventurous boy comics, and philosophical mystery comics. Additionally, there are comics depicting historical stories, science fiction, magical worlds, and more. They touch on all aspects of modern life, with a scope almost comparable to novels. Their stories are vivid, plots are intricate, and characters are lifelike. Over time, Japanese comics have grown increasingly mature, spreading beyond Japan to China. Chinese youth were immediately captivated by their compelling stories and refined techniques, especially those self-penned and drawn by the authors themselves, which deeply resonated with Chinese comic enthusiasts. Influenced by this, many amateur artists, though non-professionals, were inspired to dedicate themselves to rigorous study and eventually pursued careers as professional comic artists. To help comic lovers achieve success more quickly, we have edited and published this series of comic technique books. This series consists of 2 volumes, covering 5 themes that are the most beloved by readers: "Beautiful Girls," "Cool Boys," "Cute Children," "Funny Animals," and "Dreamy Fairies." Each volume meticulously explains the main features and techniques of comics, which we believe will be very helpful for your comic learning journey. If you master the basic techniques of comics and delve deeper into the methods and characteristics of various themes, you will gain a deeper understanding and mastery of the commonalities within a specific theme. Techniques and styles serve the content, and only by grasping the commonalities can you truly express your individuality. Comics have become a global language. Interest is the guide to entry, and copying is the essential path to success for beginners. Copying is a means of learning, and many artists have once copied the masterpieces of renowned artists. In the 1960s, Japanese comic artists depicted girls' hair as golden European in color, their eyes as blue, yet gave them Eastern facial features. In the 1970s, young people began dyeing their hair, and it became even more colorful. As times progress, aesthetic tastes also change. Today, people have come to accept the beautiful and handsome characters in comics. In the 21st century, what kind of comic style will you create? I look forward to, pursue, and dream of it.