Product Description

A book of practical information and reference for all cartoonists. The author shows step-by-step how to build faces, bodies, expressions, movement, costume etc. He also describes techniques for freehand drawing, composition, perspective and caricature - with hundreds of useful drawings. Gags for single cartoons and strips are also discussed. Finally, there is helpful advice on presenting finished work and on getting it published. All in all, this is a complete reference guide for all cartoonists.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #16572 in Books
• Published on: 2007-01-11
• Original language: English
• Binding: Paperback
• 112 pages

Review
"The approach of this new book is one of the best I have ever seen." Charles M. Schulz "It's good to see this imaginatively-presented look at the art of cartooning back in print." ArtBook Review (March 2007)

From the Author
Just thought I would like to say hello to all you budding cartoonists who are thinking of buying my first book (the second is on the way).
I wrote The Cartoonist's Workbook with two goals in mind. Firstly I wanted to write the book that I could never find when I was starting out. Secondly I wanted to have a book that I could even make use of MYSELF. For this reasons I included hundreds of reference drawings, poses and gag situations that I really DO still refer to from time to time.
More importantly, however, I devised a foolproof method for coming up with gags which I guarantee you - CANNOT fail, even if you have a severe case of writer's block!

The Cartoonist's Workbook was a labour of love for me. If you follow it carefully and put in the practise, I assure you, it WILL help you evolve as a cartoonist. I have received hundreds of letters by delighted readers from all around the world. If you buy the book drop me a line at Robin@cartoon.sol.co.uk - i'd love to hear from you.

Good luck with your career in cartooning.

Robin Hall

About the Author
Robin Hall is a professional cartoonist and artist, whose cartoons have appeared in many national periodicals and whose fine art prints sell throughout the world. He gives regular workshops and demonstrations. He has also written another book for A&C Black, Cartoonist's Trade Secrets.

Customer Reviews

Good even for old hands...
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!

This is probably the best book on the market. You need it.
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.

The best book on cartooning I've ever read.
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.