In
Chibi Art Class
, renowned anime artist Yoai teaches you the art of chibi, step by adorable step.
Chibi
is Japanese slang for “short,” and
chibis are mini versions of Japanese anime and manga characters
defined by their large heads and tiny bodies, both of which contribute to their
kawaii
, or cuteness, factor
. Now, you too can learn to draw these adorable doll-like characters.
Here, you'll
learn how to create chibis’ signature bodies, facial features, and props
, including dreamy eyes, fun clothes and shoes, vibrant hair, colorful accessories, and lively backgrounds. You'll also learn how to color and shade your vertically challenged characters for optimal cuteness.
This book also features:
19 tutorials
with simple step-by-step illustrations and instructions for drawing chibis, including a chibi character for every month of the year as well as adorable chibi beasties
An inspiration gallery
with ideas for eyes, hairstyles, clothing, props and accessories, and ears and tails
Blank body bases
for you to start your own chibi drawings
Uncolored chibis
for practicing coloring and shading
Thanks to this crash course, soon you will be enhancing your notebooks, stationery, artwork, and more with your own unique chibi world.
is now in session!
Learn even more fun drawing techniques from Yoai with:
Mini Chibi Art Class
,
Anime Art Class
Anime Art Class Sketchbook
, and
Anime + Chibi Art Class
.