Writing and Illustrating the Graphic Novel
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Writing and Illustrating the Graphic Novel by Daniel Cooney
Graphic novels are big business nowadays, and creating a well-executed graphic novel can be a big step to a rewarding career. This brand-new book gives detailed instruction in all aspects of graphic novel composition--creating characters and plots, and transforming them into dynamic illustrations that tell an interesting story. The introduction describes uses of tools of the trade, from drawing pencils, inks, and paper to word processing and Adobe Photoshop software. Chapters that follow instruct in--Instruction includes how-to techniques for creating layouts, panels, captions, dialogue, panel transitions, and angles of view. Exercises demonstrate the essential mechanics of drawing, from figures, backgrounds, and perspectives, to inking, coloring, and digital rendering. The text is supplemented with more than 400 how-to color illustrations.
Cooney, Daniel: - Daniel Cooney is an experienced comics writer, illustrator, and teacher. He lives in the San Francisco Bay area with his wife and son, and teaches writing and illustrating comics at the Academy of Art University.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780764146299 |
| ISBN 10 | 0764146297 |
| Title | Writing and Illustrating the Graphic Novel |
| Author | Daniel Cooney |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | B.E.S. Publishing |
| Year published | 2011-04-01 |
| Number of pages | 160 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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