One of Japan’s most-gifted books of Christmas 2023. A gifty, professional-level guide on how to draw anime-manga in a cute "miniature" style. From a top commercial illustrator, foundational techniques for beginners and committed artists

In the simplified chibi-style where every line counts, the smallest adjustments affect the entire composition. Building good habits from expert advice is crucial!

How to Draw Chibi is penned by expert illustrator Chiharu Yumenouchi from the front lines of commercial chibi character art-from official merch design of the multibillion-dollar hit series Demon Slayer and cult bestseller Apothecary Diaries, to original art exhibits, McDonalds ads, Pokémon Pocket cosmetics, music videos, Hatsune Miku figure designs, and much much more.

Packed tight with cuteness, this nifty guide teaches professional methods you wish you knew, and know-hows that bring out “tiny and adorable” charms to their fullest. Illustrated demonstrations do much of the heavy lifting so you can grasp the concepts at a glance-perfect for visual learners not so fond of reading long blocks of text.

Learn all kinds of techniques, from the basics of composition to facial expressions, poses, fashion variations, and color palette. You’ll also find step-by-step directions on making custom stickers, keychains, and pin badges, plus character design suggestions for popular themes like school uniforms, princes, and wizards. This book is brimming with hints to help spark your own creations! And, as a bonus, it also has downloadable poses data you can trace and practice!

Features of this book include:

• Beginner-friendly: clear explanations on a simpler drawing style, starting from the basics.
• Illustrated demonstrations that are easy to grasp.
• Tips for drawing out expressions and poses that you may not know had a name.

Contents:

• Chapter 1: The Basics of Chibi Characters
• Chapter 2: Expressions and Poses
• Chapter 3: Fashion and Accessories
• Chapter 4: Coloring Techniques
• Chapter 5: The Creative Process
• Chapter 6: Theme-Based Design Guides
• Chapter 7: Pose Reference Collection