- Paperback: 112 pages
- Publisher: A & C Black Publishers Ltd; 2Rev Ed edition (28 Feb 2000)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0713652985
- ISBN-13: 978-0713652987
- Product Dimensions: 27.2 x 21.8 x 1 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars See all reviews (14 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 215,112 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Charles M. Schulz (Creator of Peanuts) 1995
The approach of this new book is one of the best I have ever seen.
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A book of practical information and reference for all cartoonists in which the author demonstrates his keyhole drawing method for beginners. He shows step by step how to build faces, bodies, expressions and movement. He then describes techniques for freehand drawing, composition, perspective and caricature - with hundreds of drawings. The hardest and often most overlooked aspect of cartooning is writing gags for single cartoons and comic strips. This is examined with suggestions for exploration and development. Finally there is advice on presenting finished work and, what is most important, on getting it published."
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21 of 21 people found the following review helpful
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I'd like to think I'm a fairly accomplished cartoonist, but still this book taught me a new way of drawing. As a result, my drawings have become less stilted, and I can draw them quicker.
For the beginner who wants to draw cartoons, but perhaps feels they have little talent, this book is a godsend. The 'Keyhole Ken' method that the author uses is one of the easiest, most adaptable methods I have seen in any book. I use it to a fairly large degree, and my drawings still look like my drawings, not merely clones of the author's work, as many 'how-to' cartoon books can induce.
Just buy it- whether for yourself, or someone else, no matter what their (or your) age is. Get drawing!
14 of 14 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This book is excellent. You don't need ANY drawing ability to begin cartooning. Hall starts off by introducing a very simple method for drawing cartoon characters, then describes how to add individuality by the careful choice of clothing, movement and expression. There is no doubt that his approach works, and what's more he is honest too, and clearly states that practice is the key to good cartoon illustration. Hall adds to the excellent technical advice by including sections on layout, gag writing, and getting your work published. I think this book should be kept under wraps, it gives away nearly all of the trade secrets. If you only hide one book on cartooning, hide this one.
12 of 12 people found the following review helpful
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This book gives an excellent step by step guide to drawing cartoons. It starts off from the very basics and takes the reader through all the steps needed to create credible gags and strips. I particularly liked the way the author teaches the "language"of cartoon imagery, giving a great many of examples; and how he provides several pages' worth of "gag situations", which can be copied and adapted ad infinitum. This is a very practical and down- to-earth workbook. It is easy to read and a joy to follow.
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It taught me how to draw.
I thought couldn't draw. I mean really. I thought I would never be able to and then I got this book. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Richard Willis
Inspiring
I have just 2 days ago bought this book and found it extremely inspiring. Simply written, great visual aids, many hints and bonus insider info. Read more
Published 17 months ago by Martins Baldonieks
I don't understand all the positive reviews
This book is okay. Just okay. There might be some useful tips on basic (very very basic) perspective, facial expressions, and proportion. Read more
Published 24 months ago by CJ Savernake
I was ready to give up before I started until I read this book
I got this book because I've just decided to make a comic blog and I found other books and tools expected me to be able to at least draw first and, well, I can't even draw the... Read more
Published on 7 April 2010 by A. Bailey
An essential book.
When I bought this book many years ago, it seemed to me to be quite light on information [I was new to cartooning]...I was VERY wrong. Read more
Published on 9 Jan 2010 by Mr. G. Wilson
Awesome book
I highly recommend this book.
If you want to start cartooning BUY THIS BOOK!!
Within one week you'll be amazed that you are able to draw little characters.
If you want to start cartooning BUY THIS BOOK!!
Within one week you'll be amazed that you are able to draw little characters.
Published on 25 Oct 2009 by C. Williams
Get this one!
If you are ever only going to buy one book on drawing cartoons ....... buy this one!
It's light years ahead of the other six books I've bought and twenty others I've flicked... Read more
It's light years ahead of the other six books I've bought and twenty others I've flicked... Read more
Published on 15 Oct 2009 by Simon M Bush
Fantastic book
I loved this book. It filled me with enthusiasm from the first page of drawing Keyhole Ken. I couldn't wait to get better and try my own characters.
Published on 12 Aug 2009 by J. Rees
GREAT PRESENT
Very prompt delivery to Amsterdam. This book was received very well as a birthday present.
Published on 15 Mar 2009 by Mr. David M. Titchfield
It was More Fun Then Work in the End!
Before I finished my third book (The Re-Discovery of Common Sense) I decided it needed cartoons to visually explain some ideas (a picture is worth 1000 words) and provide humor to... Read more
Published on 30 July 2008 by C. Clayton
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