Readers will get the inside scoop with step-by-step science fiction art instruction that shows the processes, techniques and theories of an award-winning entertainment artist who has worked on many popular and sensational properties, including "Star Wars", "War of the Worlds", "Terminator" and "Back to the Future".Readers will learn to draw the creatures, robots, craft and drama of distant worlds. This book gives expert advice and showcases the author's visual style through the creation of this phenomenal style of art.
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Doug Chiang has earned an Academy Award, two British Academy Awards, and a Clio Award. He joined Industrial Light and Magic in 1989 and Lucasfilm LTD in 1995, becoming creative director and visual effects art director. He has written and illustrated several books and his artwork has been in major exhibitions. www.dchiang.com, www.imagemoversdigital.com
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10 of 10 people found the following review helpful
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I am a full time sci-fi concept artist and this has taken the top spot for mechanical design. A step by step approach to solving designs from personal transports to large machines, plus the occasional creature!
It is also very useful for teaching freehand perspective drawing, which is great for turning your 2D orthographic designs into finished artwork.
The book is five stars really - but you might find it falls short if you were expecting loads of great art.
It is mainly a production art book for serious hard surface designers - and a very good one at that. It covers mainly traditional working on paper, but easily translates to Painter and Photoshop. I found it a must have!
It is also very useful for teaching freehand perspective drawing, which is great for turning your 2D orthographic designs into finished artwork.
The book is five stars really - but you might find it falls short if you were expecting loads of great art.
It is mainly a production art book for serious hard surface designers - and a very good one at that. It covers mainly traditional working on paper, but easily translates to Painter and Photoshop. I found it a must have!
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It's not very often you see a great concept artist come up with a tutorial book. Here, we have a great book by Doug Chiang. He's the concept artist for big movie hits like Star Wars, War of the Worlds and Terminator just to name a few.
In this book are 30 lessons and step-by-step tutorials for creating science fiction art, mainly robots. There are details and tips for using Photoshop.
Through these pages, one can see Doug Chiang's process of creating sci-fi concept art. It's always interesting to find out how other artist work, especially one of such high caliber.
His work has also appeared in other books like Robota, and The Art of Star Wars: The Revenge of the Sith.
There are more pictures of the book on my blog. Just visit my Amazon profile for the link.
In this book are 30 lessons and step-by-step tutorials for creating science fiction art, mainly robots. There are details and tips for using Photoshop.
Through these pages, one can see Doug Chiang's process of creating sci-fi concept art. It's always interesting to find out how other artist work, especially one of such high caliber.
His work has also appeared in other books like Robota, and The Art of Star Wars: The Revenge of the Sith.
There are more pictures of the book on my blog. Just visit my Amazon profile for the link.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
By J. Straker
Format:Paperback
Anyone interested in sci fi art, illustration, industrial design or vehicle design would be well advised to purchase this book, by Doug Chaing. It holds explanations on how to develop a number of drawings from vehicles to androids using Dougs award winning style.
Sections in the book include a look into Dougs studio and equipment, discussing ranges of markers, papers, and computer painting.
Personally I gained a lot of information from the "Foundation Lines" section which helped to explain the often very technical looking lines which help to build up a drawing.
As an aid to drawing, I find it invaluable. Drawing examples within the book are very clear and follow a step by step method with short narration and drawing tips. Within a few hours I had a basic grasp of elementary techniques and within a few days I began to experiment with various markers and painting methods. Dougs drawings are developed from a much looser and quicker approach but finishes are highly detailed and dynamic, all of which can be mastered with the examples given in this publication.
Sections in the book include a look into Dougs studio and equipment, discussing ranges of markers, papers, and computer painting.
Personally I gained a lot of information from the "Foundation Lines" section which helped to explain the often very technical looking lines which help to build up a drawing.
As an aid to drawing, I find it invaluable. Drawing examples within the book are very clear and follow a step by step method with short narration and drawing tips. Within a few hours I had a basic grasp of elementary techniques and within a few days I began to experiment with various markers and painting methods. Dougs drawings are developed from a much looser and quicker approach but finishes are highly detailed and dynamic, all of which can be mastered with the examples given in this publication.
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it is okay
Good book for entertainment designer and concept designer, a lot of ideation concept thinking, traditional sketch skill training, not too much digital arts in it.
Published 1 month ago by xiao
5.0 out of 5 stars
A great start in learning the artistic values of Sci Fi art !
I got this on my Kindle (the only drawback to this is it's in Black & White ....Note#0. Should have got the Kindle Fire !)... Read more
Published 5 months ago by revzillo
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stunning images by a simply amazing artist.
This book is worth it simply for the imagery alone, but it also contains a number of really good 'step-by-step' break downs of full illustrations and a number of really good little... Read more
Published 15 months ago by Moxomule
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Visionary mechanic
I bought this book after I saw the making of Beowulf and the concept art produced by Mr. Chiang.
Then I looked more about this artist (Star Wars and so on) and I took this... Read more
Then I looked more about this artist (Star Wars and so on) and I took this... Read more
Published 22 months ago by Michele
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Mechanika Review
The Mechanika drawing book is absolutely brilliant especially if you like drawing anything that sci-fi also with easy step by step following guides.
Published 23 months ago by NRRNorman231093
5.0 out of 5 stars
Loved it!
Superb book. Not too descriptive but straight to the point. Explains exactly what gear to use (pens, rulers, templates etc). Very inspiring. Excellent price too! Read more
Published on 10 April 2011 by Mr Ledger
5.0 out of 5 stars
fantastic fun
Bought after browsing on Amazon for some time, as present for 13 & 11 year olds, into sci-fi, war-gaming etc, & also drawing
A great success! Read more
A great success! Read more
Published on 30 Jan 2011 by patrician
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All rounder
Very good cross disciplin designers, he goes through methods and styles and i've found it usefull at times. Read more
Published on 22 Jan 2011 by Mr Carl
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Mechanika
Mechinka offers plenty of examples of how to draw robots, sci-fi vehicles etc but it does lack on the description of what the artist is doing. Read more
Published on 28 Nov 2010 by biagl474
5.0 out of 5 stars
perfect beginners tutorial book
This book as absolutely incredible. Dough Chiang explains every single step in creating simple but effective concept art for science fiction artists. Read more
Published on 3 Jun 2010 by Liam Nicholson
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