Characters in the Mirror of Time: Drawing Techniques in Anime-Realism Style

Watercolor, colored paints, gouache... Is it really possible to create dense, dynamic, and at the same time delicate paintings by layering them over each other? Van Yijing, a member of the World Society for Animation Studies (SAS), using the Impasto coloring technique, is capable of organically combining these different pigments in her illustrations that reflect various historical eras. In her book, she step-by-step teaches artists this method, discusses tools and drawing techniques, analyzes the structure and color of character creation, and explains the characteristics typical of semi-documentary illustration. The inspiring colorful artworks presented in the publication help immerse oneself in different periods of history, enjoy the fashion of that time, and attune to the same wavelength as the author, while the video recording allows for quicker material absorption. Remember that there are no fixed formulas for creating masterpieces - you need to try many methods to find your unique and recognizable style. So discover something new with this book.