Cartooning: Animation 1 with Preston Blair: Learn to animate step by step (How to Draw & Paint)

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Learn the basics of cartoon animation from acclaimed animator Preston Blair with Animation 1!
 
Join acclaimed cartoon animator Preston Blair as he explains and demonstrates the magic of cartoon animation. Learn to develop a cartoon character’s shape, personality, features, and mannerisms; how to create movements, such as walking, running, skipping, and sneaking; and tips on using lines of action and creating realistic motion. From cartooning basics to more advanced animation techniques, Animation 1 is a welcome introduction for artists ready to bring their drawings to life. Full of step-by-step sketches, tips, and drawing techniques, this is a comprehensive guide that no cartoon animation enthusiast should be without.
Subjects covered in Animation 1 are:Tools & MaterialsConstruction of the HeadThe Stretch & Squash PrincipleFacial ExpressionsLine of ActionThe Skeleton FoundationHand ConstructionCharacter ConstructionThe “Pugnacious” CharacterThe “Cute” CharacterThe “Screwball” TypeThe “Goofy” CharacterMovement of Body MassesBirdsTaking FlightThe “Take”Movements of the Two-Legged FigureMovements of the Four-Legged FigureFront & Rear Views of MovementsThe SkipThe SneakThe Walk & The RunDialogue
 
Designed for beginners, the How to Draw & Paint series offers an easy-to-follow guide that introduces artists to basic tools and materials and includes simple step-by-step lessons for a variety of projects suitable for the aspiring artist. Animation 1 allows artists to widen the scope of their abilities, demonstrating how to animate a character, from character development to movement and dialogue.

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Cartooning: Animation 1 with Preston Blair: Learn to animate step by step (How to Draw & Paint)

Facial Expressions

An animator’s job is the same as an actor’s job. Both must be masters of portraying emotion. Studying your own grimaces in a mirror is a must. Pick a character you know and draw it with various expressions, as done here with the little pup.

The Skeleton Foundation

Build the cartoon from a rough skeleton, but don’t expect to always get the skeleton right on the first try! Experiment…discard…make several drawings… then pick the best one. Be sure to work loosely when constructing the character.

Hand Construction

Cartoon hands can be tricky to draw; follow the steps and study the hands below. The fingers should be placed unevenly to prevent a monotonous quality.

Birds

A bird’s wing can be changed to a “human” arm and hand for certain expressions and then changed back to the natural handling. Notice that these birds are built on rounded forms.

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Walter Foster Publishing
Publication date ‏ : ‎ May 7, 2019
Edition ‏ : ‎ Revised
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Print length ‏ : ‎ 40 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1633227731
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1633227736
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.31 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 10.38 x 0.25 x 13.88 inches
Part of series ‏ : ‎ How to Draw & Paint
Best Sellers Rank: #108,515 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #35 in How to Create Anime & Cartoons #65 in Animation Graphic Design (Books) #149 in Crafts & Hobbies Reference
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