For those struggling with the gap between the artwork you want to draw and the artwork you can draw A must-have for those who want to internalize knowledge and improve their drawing skills!
Even if you have the necessary knowledge for drawing, if you can't effectively apply it to your artwork, you won’t be able to create satisfying illustrations. This book fully reveals the trial-and-error process and results of illustrators who appear to draw with natural talent but actually rely on continuous practice.
It explains how to think about and apply the three key elements—light & shadow, composition, and color scheme—at different stages of the drawing process.
If you've ever thought:
"I have no artistic sense." "Maybe I just haven't practiced enough." "I don’t know how to improve my drawings." Then this is the book that will help you become the artist you aspire to be! What You Can Learn from This Book How to envision the final image from the rough sketch stage without getting stuck halfway Simple methods to create compositions that effectively convey your intended message A structured approach to color schemes that doesn’t rely on intuition How to put your accumulated art knowledge into practice Recommended For: People who want to learn the thought process behind drawing, rather than just techniques Those who feel they lack artistic talent and struggle with their drawings Artists who have knowledge but don’t know how to apply it effectively Table of Contents PART 1: Understanding Light & Shadow to Envision the Final Image
A good illustration still works in monochrome The necessity of rough sketches Ensuring clarity even at thumbnail size A step-by-step look at an actual artwork creation process PART 2: Simplifying Composition
Understanding basic composition principles Considering perspective Guiding the viewer’s eye through composition Examining real examples of composition techniques PART 3: Mastering Color Without Getting Lost
Understanding colors Analyzing colors Combining colors and choosing a theme color Light and shadow in color theory Reviewing real examples of color usage PART 4: Applying These Simple Concepts to Your Drawings
Cover illustration making-of This book provides practical insights and structured approaches to improving your artistic skills!