Drawing: Cartooning 1 - Learn the basics of cartooning

Learn the basics of cartooning in Cartooning 1with Jack Keely and Carson van Osten!

Cartooning 1 explores the basics of cartooning, from character construction to figures in motion, and shows you how to create a variety of lovable charactersfrom a perky puppy to a personable toaster! With step-by-step projects and artists tips on drawing humans, cute critters, and anthropomorphized objects, you'll find a wealth of charming cartoons to inspire and guide you as you learn the art of traditional cartooning, step by easy step. All you need to get started is this book, some basictechniques, and a little imagination.

In this book, Jack Keely (with some help from Carson van Osten) invites you into the cartooning world and explains his drawing techniques, as well as his methods of developing a cartoon to its fullest. You will learn to impart personality and expression as you discover a host of tips and techniques that will help youbring your cartoons to life. This book will be a welcome addition to any cartoonists library!

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. Cartooning 1 allows artists to widen the scope of their abilities, demonstrating how to animate a character, from character development to movement and dialogue.