From Idea to Sketch: Characters. Tips and Hacks from 50 Professional Genre Artists

This book features sketches from outstanding traditional and digital character artists — from experienced creators to brilliant students and young talents. The book showcases an incredible variety of styles, techniques, and sources of inspiration from illustrators, designers, and animators from all over the world. Under one cover, you will find reflections and creative advice on character creation from each artist, along with hundreds of beautifully crafted illustrations. The new art book from 3dtotal is the perfect book for any fan of sketching and character design, regardless of the genre or format they prefer. What you will find in the pages of this art book: - tips and hacks from 50 leading illustrators, comic artists, and designers from Russia, the USA, Canada, Malaysia, and other countries; - over 100 works created in various techniques and using all possible materials — from simple liners or alcohol markers to digital drawings; - rough sketches and works from artists who have collaborated with Ubisoft, Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment, Marvel, and other major companies; - ideas and hints for creating characters for books, games, or just for yourself; - a huge number of sketches, concept art, and doodles in different styles and at various stages of preparation — from fantasy and cyberpunk to horror. Learn from the best, discover something new, and create your own characters along with 3dtotal!