Good books
GPEWETT | 09/25/2005 @884 | edit post

Im farely new to the world of sketching and brand new to digital art. Ive read many Loomis books and the only problem i had with them was that they didnt include anything about digital coloring or doing everything digitally(obviously they were written a while back). What are some more good anatomy, proportion, digital art, character design books. List any and all PLEASE

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kittyKat | 09/25/2005 @895 | edit post

I bought this one yesterday http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/0823024970/102-6683372-8049762?v=glance check it

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Wysiwyg | 09/25/2005 @901 | edit post

Here's a few I own....(in addition to what Pam listed...that's a good one too) Toon Art by Steven WIthrow Digital Fantasy Painting by Michael Burns How to Draw and Sell Digital Cartoons by Leo Hartas Digital Character Design and Painting by Don Seegmiller Anatomy for Fantasy Artists by Glenn Fabry Drawing Cutting Edge Comics by Christopher Hart

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arenhaus | 09/26/2005 @382 | edit post

What applies to art in general applies to digital medium. Period. There is nothing so miraculous or special about working digitally than makes it so radically different from oils or pencils - it is actually less challenging to work digitally, because the medium does not fight back. Technical things may be different. Principles of composition, color, perspective, anatomy, viewer involvement still apply and will continue to apply. So look at new sources too, but stick to Loomis.

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ARTOONATOR | 09/27/2005 @739 | edit post

All of the books by Ballistic publishing: http://www.ballisticpublishing.com/

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Fooxoo | 09/27/2005 @741 | edit post

Yep, D'artiste rocks. I would also advise to get a book called "Leaonardo da Vinci on the Human Body'. I will check out later who is the publisher. Very cool book, has all his anatomical sketches.

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Stardreamer | 09/27/2005 @761 | edit post

Notebooks of DaVinci Grays's Anatomy Loomis from there, depends on the genre.... oh and the reason.. LOL.. that the loomis books dont contain anything digital might have to do with when it was written. R O F L M A O sorry, but that Loomis / digital thing has me LMAO... Charecter design.. check out: How to draw Manga series Digital Art - It depends on the kind. Do you want to 3d model the work for digital art or do you just want to color in your scans? [Message edited on 09/27 @765]

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kittyKat | 09/27/2005 @837 | edit post

OFF topic just for kicks arenhaus (btw welcome back) what is your personal thoughts on shyam? http://www.pamzylove.com/SHYAM_stetch_book.html I do think he could be the next loomis yes no? [Message edited on 09/27 @837]

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DigitalDust | 09/27/2005 @868 | edit post

I've seen a lot of anatomy books – own several, but always seem to come back to the same ones: Anything by Loomis Atlas of Human Anatomy for the Artist by Stephen Rogers Peck The Human Figure by John H. Vanderpoel Drawing the Head and Figure by Jack Hamm How to Draw the Human Head – Techniques and Anatomy by Louise Gordon Constuctive Anatomy by George B. Bridgman How To Draw Comics the Marvel Way by Stan Lee and John Buscema And while a lot of Burne Hogarth is a bit over the top stylization-wise, he gives some really good information/visuals, especially if you are into fantasy or comic book art. A good, comprehensive list: http://www.animwork.dk/Default.asp?ID=133 Nothing beats drawing from life! [Message edited on 09/28 @188]

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Wysiwyg | 09/28/2005 @968 | edit post

Jack Hamm...I love his work Burne Hogarth is ok, but he insists on drawing every ligament/tendon in his works...still...he's got the technique down.

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PeachySticks | 11/22/2005 @573 | edit post

Well, if you already have Loomis etc and are just looking for books that concentrate on *digital* painting, or whatever, I've seen this one which is quite nice. Has quite a bit on 2D painting. Digital Fantasy Painting Workshop by Martin McKenna http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0060724323/103-1247684-4681415?v=glance&n=283155&s=books&v=glance D'Artiste is very nice, not sure if I can say the same about the Exposé books though The images are nice but the way they printed it... blurgh. [Message edited on 11/22 @574]

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BaronImpossible | 11/22/2005 @790 | edit post

Just received Loomis's "Figure Drawing For All It's Worth" in the post today, from the US. Having a proper copy sure beats printing it off the web. Now maybe my figures will improve (and to answer the question, you can't get better than Loomis for ease of understanding and demonstration through real talent - the fact that you might want to paint digitally is irrelevant) [Message edited on 11/22 @791]

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Kyena | 11/23/2005 @009 | edit post

Hogarth, Loomis, Seegmiller (I can see all of them from where I am sitting right now - well at least their books..) Just want to stress how good they are..I know everyone else already mentioned them

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arenhaus | 11/23/2005 @464 | edit post

Pam - Shyam is good, but his style is much crisper and drier than Loomis's warm line, and he occasionally makes distortions that Loomis wouldn't let himself do, I think. As for if he can make a "next" Loomis - who knows? Can he communicate his knowledge of drawing, painting, and illustration business in a clear form while talking not just of technique but of attitude? If he can, does he? Or will he in the future? We'll see. As for recommended books - check my home page, I have a bunch of links to what I have personally tested and found useful here.

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kittyKat | 11/23/2005 @775 | edit post

well.... I think shyam has it, it just rolls off his tongue ...except it rolls off his finger tips know what I am saying? his can draw what he thinks or feels and sees in his head and then brings it to life. to me thats a real artist now to teach other people well thats another story he sketches none stop and I have begged him to make a tut of some kind and I think he's having a hard time... I know he can do it he just needs a nudge and some help explaining how too to make it more simple for others to understand

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jfrancis | 11/23/2005 @827 | edit post

Draw from Your Head by Doug Jamieson

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Arden88 | 01/24/2006 @113 | edit post

recent purchase, it's on sale now. Graphic eye candy and exploration of text and layout. Attik Noise 4. http://youworkforthem.com/product.php?sku=P0144&PHPSESSID=8cc410be5a50d39cf8e129a2259c910e

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YuNaGiRl | 01/29/2006 @710 | edit post

how to draw like marvel art - good book

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zerokool | 12/02/2006 @590 | edit post

Game of Thrones is a really good book, as is the Black Arrow.

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Illumirage | 12/05/2006 @114 | edit post

Hope these weren't said already but the Expose books are quite good. http://www.ballisticpublishing.com/index.php They are a showcase of the best digital artists worldwide. Some GFX'ers have even had the privaledge of being in them. Enayla for one I believe.

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Gods-Mistake | 12/23/2006 @591 | edit post

The anatomy BIBLE is written by Gottfried Bammes. Google that guy!

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Thorsten | 12/25/2006 @781 | edit post

The bible? I'm an atheist.

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zymyint | 06/22/2007 @292 | edit post

but i am confusing... really! what is the different between book and download tutorial? u can read tutorial! it is also useful

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TontoGrave | 02/20/2008 @915 | edit post

Anything by José María Parramón who is even better than Loomis in my opinion, his books are shorter but they touch issues that Loomis forget in perspective and anatomy. He's spanish but his work has been translated into many languages and is cheaper than many others, he and Loomis are the best choice for beginners in my opinion.

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thisiscooling | 03/13/2008 @905 | edit post

God is Not Great - Hitchens Oh wait, design books.... nvm.

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Almost-Human | 07/22/2008 @498 | edit post

"First Light" Joe Cornish !