How to Draw Noir Comics: The Art and Technique of Visual Storytelling is an instructional book based on the cinematic, high contrast noir st...
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Nov 12, 2009
Parka
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Shawn Martinbrough has illustrated comics for DC Comics, Vertigo, and Marvel Comics, ranging from Batman, Superman, and X-Men, to King James, based on superstar athlete Lebron James. He's an accomplished artist and it's great he shares his tips on drawing noir comics with this book.
Everything in the book is explained simply and clearly with lots of personal examples. He tries to address the many approaches to creating noir comics and More...
Feb 05, 2012
Steve
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I can barely draw a circle but I enjoy reading how to draw books to improve my appreciation of art drawn by people who can :). This book was really interesting, particularly its coverage of how the traditional noir concepts of shadow and contrast translate to the comics medium. lots of really clear examples to illustrate the principles.
Aug 02, 2011
pretty good book that emphasizes how to use blacks effectively. Definitely a good addition to your inspiration library.
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