Comic books in 'Art Instruction'
-
Issue #1-1ST
Tags: Art Book, Art InstructionPublished Sep 2016 by Watson-Guptill.$14.00
$14.00
1st printing. Story and art by Prentis Rollins. DC artist Prentis Rollins shows readers how to conceptualize, draw, colorize, and digitally enhance and finish dozens of sci-fi characters, settings, and scenarios with a comprehensive, step-by-step approach to the entire process. His distinctive and varied styles, coupled with clear instruction, give artists of all levels the inspiration and techniques they need to create the future worlds of their dreams and nightmares whether for fun, graphic novels, comics, video games, movie shorts, etc. Softcover, 8-in. x 11-in., 208 pages, full color. Cover price $25.00.
-
Published 1998 by Walter Foster.$12.00
$9.00
$9.00
$6.00
1st printing. Written by Ty Templeton. Art by John Delaney and Ron Boyd. Inside you'll find in-depth guides that take you through the process of comic book figure drawing, rough sketch to finished illustration, as well as basic drawing techniques such as foreshortening, perspective, drawing through, and more! In addition to Superman, you'll also learn how to draw Lois Lane, Lex Luthor, The Parasite, Mr. Mxyzptlk, and more! Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 32 pages, full color. Cover price $4.95.
-
Issue #1B
$259.00
View scans- Paper: White
- Label #0193269023
- Consignment. 3% buyer's premium charged at checkout.
- CGC Qualified
- Paper: Off white to white
- Manufactured without yellow ink on cover. Manufacturing error.
- Label #1212947002
- Consignment. 3% buyer's premium charged at checkout.
Misprint Edition cover by Kevin Eastman and Peter Laird. Written by Allan J. Fromberg. Art by Kevin Eastman, Peter Laird, and Rich Buckler. One of a series of how-to art books from Solson, the company run by the son of Marvel comics veteran Sol Brodsky. This volume features step-by-step instructions and illustrated examples of how to draw the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, using sketches and pinups drawn by Turtle co-creators Kevin B. Eastman and Peter Laird. Includes weaponry; turtle heads, hands, and feet; action scenes; motion; facial expressions; and even the proper way to draw turtle teeth and shells. Published during the height of the first wave of Turtlemania in comics. 32 pages, B&W. Cover price $2.25.
-
Issue #1-1ST
Tags: Art InstructionPublished May 2017 by William Morrow.$8.99
1st printing. Story and art by Neil Cameron. Part comic book, part coloring & activity book, 100% fun! An accessible, cool, and engrossing guide for younger readers to creating their own comics and graphic novels. Want to have awesome ideas, every time? Feel like turning your ideas into amazing stories? And ever wish you could make your creations come alive with incredible artwork? If any of these things sounded cool to you, then How to Make Awesome Comics is the perfect book to help you on your way to comics/cartooning genius. Let Professor Panels and Art Monkey take you through every step you'll need to be on your way! Softcover, 64 pages, full color. Cover price $8.99.
-
Issue #1-1ST
Published Oct 2014 by Titan Books.$23.00
$23.00
1st printing. By Andrew Loomis and Alex Ross. Published for the first time, I'd Love To Draw is Andrew Loomis' lost work. Carefully reconstructed from a unique unpublished original manuscript by a team of experts, including comic book and illustration legend Alex Ross, this facsimile edition completes the Loomis legacy at long last, in the form of an iconic piece of art and illustration history. Part of Titan's top-selling series of all the classic Andrew Loomis art titles! Hardcover, 9-in. x 12-in., 128 pages, B&W. Cover price $39.95.
-
Issue #1-1ST
Tags: Art InstructionPublished 1982 by Garco Systems.$18.00
First Printing. An illustrated guide on drawing comic book art put together by Dick Giordano, Frank McLaughlin, Gary Brodsky, John Romita, and Barry Grossman. Softcover, 7 x 10-in, Black and whit interior. Cover price $4.95.
-
Issue #3
Published 1953 by Art Instruction Inc..$5.80
View scanIllustrating and Cartooning Book 3: Composition and Perspective (1953). Illustrating and Cartooning Book 3: Composition and Perspective (circa 1950s). Book 3 in a popular correspondence art course offered by Art Instruction, Inc., Minneapolis, MN. 44 pages including covers, black and white on glossy paper stock, 8.5-in. x 13.5-in. Edition copyrighted 1953. NOTE: Due to the nature of these item they may or may not include reference graphs. The grade and price of the item is unaffected by the inclusion, or excluson of these graphs.
-
Issue #7
Published 1953 by Art Instruction Inc..$6.50
View scanIllustrating and Cartooning Book 7: Animal Drawing (1953 edition). Book 7 in a popular correspondence art course offered by Art Instruction, Inc., Minneapolis, MN. 44 pages including covers, black and white on glossy paper stock, 8.5-in. x 13.5-in. NOTE: Due to the nature of these item they may or may not include reference graphs. The grade and price of the item is unaffected by the inclusion, or excluson of these graphs.
-
Issue #9
Published 1953 by Art Instruction Inc..Illustrating and Cartooning Book 9: Animated Cartooning (1953 edition). Book 9 in a popular correspondence art course offered by Art Instruction, Inc., Minneapolis, MN. 44 pages including covers, black and white on glossy paper stock, 8.5-in. x 13.5-in. NOTE: Due to the nature of these item they may or may not include reference graphs. The grade and price of the item is unaffected by the inclusion, or excluson of these graphs.
-
Published 1998 by Walter Foster.$7.20
$7.20
$4.80
$4.80
2nd and later printings. Written and compiled by Walter Foster Publishing experts. Welcome to Looney Tunes School of Drawing! Now you can learn how to be the kind of artist who draws attention with the Looney Tunes! Featuring Bugs Bunny, and including Sylvester, Tweety Bird, Elmer Fudd, and Daffy Duck! Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11in., 32 pages, full color.
-
Published Apr 2024 by Walter Foster.$13.95
$13.95
1st printing. Art and cover by Miyuli. Explore the magical world of the WEBTOON Originals series MORGANA AND OZ through exclusive content, step-by-step drawing tutorials, and artistic guidance from its creator. The Morgana and Oz series is a webcomic about rival witch and vampire clans and two teens who form an unlikely relationship. LEARN TO DRAW MORGANA AND OZ brings you closer to the heart of the story with behind-the-scenes content and gives you the tools to master the art of drawing the series' engaging characters. Whether you are a devoted fan, a casual reader, or an aspiring comic artist looking to create your own witchy comic, LEARN TO DRAW MORGANA AND OZ is a must-have companion. Softcover, 8-in. x 11-in., 96 pages, PC/PB&W. Cover price $19.99.
-
Published 1998 by Walter Foster.$8.00
$8.00
2nd and later printings. Written and Illustrated by Walter Foster Publishing. This instructional book gives you everything you need to start drawing your favorite Looney Tunes characters, including The Tasmanian Devil, Marvin the Martian along with his trusty alien dog K-9, Wile E. Coyote, The Road Runner, and Yosemite Sam! Softcover, 8 1/2-in.x 11-in., 32 pages, full coloe.
-
Published Nov 2018 by Viz Media LLC.$8.00
1st printing.
By Yoshinobu.
Breathtaking. Beautiful animals that seem to breathe. Their eyes are majestic and wild, yet they possess an aura of gentleness. This is the amazing world of YOSHiNOBU and the creative process he uses to give life to his animal friends. A gallery of the astonishing work of Japan's top felting artist and step-by-step instructions on how to make these stunning creations.
Softcover, 120 pages, full color.
Cover price $16.99. -
Published Nov 2019 by Drawn & Quarterly.$9.00
1st printing.
By Lynda Barry.
For more than five years the cartoonist Lynda Barry has been teaching students from all majors, both graduate and undergraduate, how to make comics, how to be creative, how to not think. There is no academic lecture in this classroom. Doodling is enthusiastically encouraged. Making Comics is the follow-up to barry's bestselling Syllabus and this time she shares all of her comics-making exercises. At the core of Making Comics is her certainty that creativity is vital to processing the world around us.
Softcover, 200 pages, full color.
Cover price $22.95.The listing below is from eBay, and MyComicShop is not responsible for this item in any way. Some listings shown here may no longer be available if they sold or were ended by the seller after we last retrieved the listing details.
5 days left Auction Making Comics by Lynda Barry: Used Clicking on the links to the eBay listings shown above and then making a purchase may result in MyComicShop earning a commission from the eBay Partner Network.
-
Issue #1-1ST
Published Jun 2017 by Watson-Guptill.$13.00
$13.00
1st printing. By Mark Crilley. The world of manga (Japanese comics) has captured the imagination of artists, both aspiring and professional alike. Mark Crilley presents the most complete look yet at the variety of creative options available in the world of manga. Crilley fills each chapter with gorgeous, original artwork created with a variety of tools (pencils, colored pencils, digital art, pen and ink, and more) and in a variety of manga-inspired styles. He pairs each piece with information on the materials used and the inspiration that led to its creation. Manga Art provides readers a one-of-a-kind chance to hear from one of the leading artists in the field of manga instruction, as he reveals the unlimited possibilities of manga and the creative secrets behind over 100 pieces of original, never-before-seen artwork. Softcover, 8-in. x 11-in., 176 pages, full color. Cover price $22.99.
-
Issue #1-1ST
$9.00
1st printing. Story and art by Sonia Leong. Manga characters are beautiful, beguiling, and easier to draw than you think. With help from Manga Makeovers, you can take your personal photos and "Manga" every part of your world. Learn styles and techniques to draw a cute self-portrait, Chibi style; your lunch as a bento box; a friend as an anti-hero with supernatural powers; a comic strip about your favorite celebrity; a local bus as a spaceship; and more. Through this series of easy-to-follow exercises, sketching challenges, inspirational galleries, and scenarios, you'll soon be drawing people, pets, things - or even yourself - Manga-style! Softcover, 8-in. x 10-in., 144 pages, full color. Cover price $17.99.
-
Issue #1-1ST
Published 2009 by Chris Heart Books.$2.50
1st printing.
By Chris Hart. Cover Design by Diane Lamphron.
Today's most popular manga are all about girls. Weather they're battling monsters, practicing magic, playing sports or just flirting with their crushes, manga girls do it in style. MANGA MANIA GIRL POWER! shows you how to draw dozens of dynamic divas.
Softcover, 9in. x 10 1/2-in., 144 pages, full color.
Cover price $19.95. -
Published Apr 2001 by Watson-Guptill.$7.00
$9.99
$9.99
1st printing.
By Chris Hart.
The only step-by-step guide ever published on drawing this wildly popular style of comic book art for fans of all ages! Illustrator Christopher Hart expands on his impressive track record of popular How-To books, sharing his vast insight on rendering fantasy robots, diabolical monsters, mythical animals, and other exciting visions in the dynamic Manga style. Big, splashy chapters with clear, concise guidance demonstrate how to create exciting martial arts, special effects, and manga-type characters without having to reinvent the art of drawing.
Softcover, 9in. x 10 1/2-in., 144 pages, full color.
Cover price $19.95. -
Published Apr 2001 by Watson-Guptill.$7.99
2nd and later printings.
By Chris Hart.
The only step-by-step guide ever published on drawing this wildly popular style of comic book art for fans of all ages! Illustrator Christopher Hart expands on his impressive track record of popular How-To books, sharing his vast insight on rendering fantasy robots, diabolical monsters, mythical animals, and other exciting visions in the dynamic Manga style. Big, splashy chapters with clear, concise guidance demonstrate how to create exciting martial arts, special effects, and manga-type characters without having to reinvent the art of drawing.
Softcover, 9in. x 10 1/2-in., 144 pages, full color.
Cover price $19.95. -
Published Oct 2007 by Impact Books.$16.00
1st printing. Written, art, and cover by Colleen Doran. In Manga Pro Superstar Workshop, legendary creator Colleen Doran gives readers a brief introduction to what Original English Language (OEL) manga is, then covers how to develop stories in a Japanese manga style versus comics or graphic novels, while using tools manga artists use for professional results! Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 128 pages, Text, with color illustrations. Cover price $19.99.
-
Published Nov 2015 by Thunder Bay Press.$10.00
$10.00
NOTE: This item is sold as a collectible, not for the paint. Because the item is now years old, we cannot guarantee that the paint will still be usable--it may be dried up. 1st printing. By Daniel Wallace. Captain America, the Incredible Hulk, Thor, and Iron Man help you fight the crime of empty walls! Paint-by-number is still just as much fun as when you were a kid. Follow the number guide to paint in classic detail, or go rogue and choose your own color combos. Every scene includes your favorite Marvel heroes. The 48-page book reveals secrets of the Avengers and their mansion, offers the history behind various team-ups of heroes and villains, and profiles the technological creations of scientist Hank Pym. Brush up on your hero history and re-create classic scenes from the Marvel universe! Includes 10-in. x 8-in. Cards to Paint-by-numbers, paints (10 colors), 1 paint brush, and 1 mini book (Softcover 5-in. x 7-in., 48 pages, full color). Cover price $19.95.
-
Published Nov 2022 by Titan Books.$13.00
1st printing.
Featuring Scripts by Ta-Nehisi Coates, Roxane Gay, Bryan Hill, Reginald Hudlin, and Nnedi Okorapfor. Art by John Romita, Jr., Klaus Janson, Brian Stelfreeze, Alitha E. Martinez, Robert Poggi, Juan Ferreyra, and Leonardo Romero. Cover by Brian Stelfreeze. Back Cover by John Romita, Jr., Klaus Janson, Afua Richardson, and Sam Spratt. Introduction by Angelique Roche. In Conversation with Andrew Sumner.
Discover the craft of writing comics the Marvel way, with scripts and commentary from top writers and editors.
The Marvel Script To Page series is an official behind-the-scenes look at the craft of writing comic books, featuring exclusive scripts and commentary from top Marvel creators and editors.
Explore the world of Wakanda and its mighty champion and protector, the Black Panther. Meet T'challa, Shuri, the Dora Milaje and many, many more iconic characters in selected scripts from a range of contemporary comics creators, with exclusive editorial commentary.
Softcover, 288 pages, Text (with B&W Illustrations).
Cover price $22.95. -
Issue #3-1ST
$14.00
Volume 3 - 1st printing. "Power Up!" By Mark Crilley. Master the skills to create your very own manga! Expert manga artist Mark Crilley guides you to another level with this powered-up drawing book. Complete your Crilley collection with this third installation, which elevates the instruction to focus on drawing methods to help you create distinctive and detailed professional-level manga art. Through 40 in-depth step-by-step demonstrations not covered in other Mastering Manga books, Mark reveals his secrets for adding color, how to draw manga-style animals, ways to use photo reference, his preferred art supplies and how to fix character inconsistencies. Softcover, 8-in. x 11-in., 128 pages, full color. Cover price $24.99.
-
Published Mar 2024 by Scholastic Press.$8.95
$8.95
1st printing. Text by Isa Gouache. Art and cover by Violet Tobacco. Learn how to draw all your favorite characters, creatures, and more from the beloved HARRY POTTER films! This how-to-draw creativity book is packed with step-by-step instructions for over thirty characters and objects so you can create your own magical drawings. Each step is simple and easy to follow, making this how-to-draw book perfect for artists of all skill levels. Create your own art of characters like Harry, Ron, Hermione, Hagrid, and Professor Dumbledore! Draw creatures including Hippogriffs, owls, and Thestrals, plus a myriad of magical locations and objects from the Hogwarts Express to Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry itself! Softcover, 8-in. x 11-in., 96 pages, B&W. Cover price $12.99.
-
Issue #1
Published Jan 1941 by C. Howard Hunt Pen Co.$5.00
A promotional how-to-ink booklet published by the C. Howard Hunt Pen Co. Text and Illustrations by Charles Stoner. Softcover, 48 Pages B&W. 1st Printing.
-
Published Jul 2019 by Watson-Guptill.$6.00
$6.00
1st printing.
Art and cover by Camilla D'errico.
30 Step-by-Step Lessons for Pencil Drawing in the Pop Surrealism Style
Pop Manga Drawing is an easy-to-follow, step-by-step manga drawing instruction book from fan-favorite manga artist and painter Camilla d'Errico, featuring 30 lessons on illustrating cute, cool, and quirky characters in her signature Pop Surrealist style. Written in the fun and encouraging voice that fans have come to expect, Pop Manga Drawing takes you step-by-step through lessons on drawing with graphite and mechanical pencils, along with insights on enhancing pieces with other mediums (including colored pencils and pastels). It also provides tips and expert advice on drawing specific elements, including hands, hair, and backgrounds, that can take your manga art to the next level.
Pop Manga Drawing grants one-of-a-kind access to the basic building blocks of artistic expression, giving you the tools you need to create your own pop manga masterpieces!
Softcover, 8-in. x 10-in., 160 pages, PC/PB&W.
Cover price $16.99. -
Issue #1-REP
Published Apr 1985 by Houghton Mifflin.$8.00
2nd and later printings. NOTE: Covers on reprints may vary. By David Macaulay. Since the publication of CATHEDRAL in 1973, David Macaulay has acquired natiopnal and international acclaim. His books have been translated into a dozen different languages, and he has been honored with countless awards, including a medal from the American Institute of Architects for being "an outstanding illustrator and recorder of architectural accomplishments." PYRAMID, David Macaulay's third book, is an impressive look at what many consider to be among the most awesome of man's creations. Softcover, 9-in.x 12-in., 80 pages, B&W. Cover price $8.95.
-
Sci-Fi and Fantasy Oil Painting Masterclass SC (2021 Korero Books) Layers, Blending and Glazing #1-1STTags: Art Book, Art InstructionPublished Apr 2021 by Korero Books.$17.00
$17.00
1st printing.
By Patrick J Jones. Foreword by Jeff Miracola.
This detailed, user-friendly oil painting workbook is a companion to Patrick's Sci-fi & Fantasy Oil Painting Techniques, and features previously unpublished artworks. With his ever-evolving use of technique, Patrick explores methods for painting various textures - from fabric and fur to gold and flesh - and demonstrates various ways to work solvent free.
The sheer scale and breadth of Patrick's experience, and the wealth of invaluable information he shares, means that no artist, art lover, or art student should be without this volume on their bookshelves.
Softcover, 8-in. x 11-in., 160 pages, full color.
Cover price $36.95. -
Issue #1-1ST
Tags: Art Book, Art InstructionPublished Aug 2016 by Alternative Comics.$6.00
$6.00
1st printing. By Tom Hart. Practical and in-depth tips on making and selling daily newspaper comic strips from an artist who has been there. A complete how-to manual for making the best comic strips you can, from conception, to idea generation, to layout, lettering, finishing, coloring and even selling. Softcover, 9-in. x 11-in., 96 pages, PC/PB&W. Cover price $12.95.
-
Published Jul 2023 by 3dtotal Publishing.$20.00
1st printing. This latest volume in a hugely successful series showcases inspiring character concepts from the imaginations of 50 artists. Chosen especially for this book, these artists from around the globe take inspiration from folklore, myths, modern stories, and sometimes real life as a basis for their imaginative work. Softcover, 8-in. x 9-in., 320 pages, PC/PB&W. Cover price $37.00.
-
Issue #1-1ST
Published Jul 2015 by 3dtotal Publishing.$18.00
1st printing. The humble sketch is the foundation of great art, where thoughts and concepts first come to life as an image - but rarely are sketches celebrated like they deserve to be for their power to explore, inspire, and entertain. In Sketching from the Imagination: Sci-Fi, a selection of fifty talented traditional and digital artists, ranging from industry legends to talented up-and-comers, have been chosen to share their sketches and reveal the ideas, inspirations, and techniques behind their creative processes. Each artist presents an impressive showcase of images from their sketchbooks, accompanied by their own enlightening commentary. Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 9-in., 320 pages, PC/PB&W. Cover price $29.99.
-
Tags: Art Book, Art InstructionPublished May 2023 by David & Charles.$9.00
$9.00
1st printing. By Rachael Smith. SNIPPETS: 52 WEEKS OF DIARY COMICS teaches the basics of writing and drawing comic strips in a diary format that provides a record of your year, your growth as an artist and storyteller, and a place to experiment and explore your creativity. For artists and non-artists alike, each week a new prompt will inspire users with suggestions of stories they can tell, or tips they can try. Extremely accessible and undemanding, the diary is designed for only one panel a day to be drawn, making it easy to fit into your life while at the same time allowing the use to establish a new hobby and skill. At the end of the week, the user has a completed comic strip to share with others, use as the basis for a bigger, longer story, or simply a private record of their life and growth as an artist. Hardcover, 128 pages, full color. Cover price $19.99.
-
Tags: Art Instruction, MangaPublished Apr 2019 by Seven Seas.$24.00
$24.00
1st printing.
Story and art by Leiji Matsumoto.
The classic manga behind the anime Star Blazers, from space adventure master Leiji Matsumoto, in English at last!
The human race has one year left to live. Aliens known as the Gamilas have attacked Earth, poisoning it with radioactivity and driving humans underground. As humankind grows sicker by the day, their final hope is the space battleship Yamato, constructed from secret plans and equipped with advanced technology.
Its mission: to reach a distant planet and bring back a cure to save humanity. Will the ship and its crew rescue the Earth in time?
Hardcover, 6-in. x 8-in., 644 pages, PC.
Cover price $29.99. -
Published Nov 2019 by Watson-Guptill.$10.00
$10.00
1st printing.
Written by Stan Lee, Danny Fingeroth, Keith Dallas, Robert Sodaro, David Roach and Robert Greenberger. Interior instructional art by Fernando Ruiz. Cover by J. Bone.
In Stan Lee's Master Class, comics icon Lee provides aspiring comics artists with the modern tools they need to succeed in the comic book creating world. Focusing on topics like anatomy, perspective, and character design, as well as brand new topics like manga art styles, digital art, and more, this is the next step for those looking to perfect their superhero rendering and create fantastic comics worlds perfect for today's modern comic book audience.
With examples from his classic collaborations at Marvel Comics and from today's top comics artists, Lee builds on concepts only touched upon in his previous instructional offerings and provides a pathway for aspiring artists to bring their comic book artwork to professional-quality levels.
Softcover, 8-in. x 11-in., 224 pages, full color.
Cover price $24.99.The listing below is from eBay, and MyComicShop is not responsible for this item in any way. Some listings shown here may no longer be available if they sold or were ended by the seller after we last retrieved the listing details.
4 days left Auction Stan Lee's Master Class: Lessons in Drawing, World-Building, Storytelling - GOOD Clicking on the links to the eBay listings shown above and then making a purchase may result in MyComicShop earning a commission from the eBay Partner Network.
-
Tags: Art Book, Art InstructionPublished Aug 2022 by 3dtotal Publishing.$30.00
Includes Cardstock Slipcase
1st printing.
By Lois Van Baarle.
In this visually stunning hardback, Loish explores the origins, influences, and features of her style, and helps readers do the same deep dive into their own style.
The Style of Loish sees the artist explore her own style through several facets of her work, including creating volume, choosing color, establishing flow, and the ideas and subjects themselves. While looking at the motivation behind her own work, Loish also guides the reader through ideas and tutorials to help them identify, understand, and even evolve their own style. The book bursts with brand new, specially commissioned art.
Hardcover (with Cardstock Slipcase), 8-in. x 10-in., 168 pages, PC.
Cover price $50.00. -
Toons! How to Draw Wild and Lively Characters for All Kinds of Cartoons HC (1997 North Light Books) #1-1STTags: Art Book, Art InstructionPublished Jun 1997 by North Light Books.$9.20
1st printing.
By Randy Glasbergen.
This book will get you started drawing professional-quality cartoons faster than you ever dreamed possible! With more than 20 years of professional cartooning experience, Randy Glasbergen has had time to learn the secrets and shortcuts of his craft - and now he shares them here with you.
You'll learn how to:
o Draw funny, expressive faces full of personality, turn simple stick figures into exciting characters that practically spring to life on your drawing pad.
o Draw comic animals. Learn basic skills that will help you draw any pet, farm critter or zoo animal imaginable.
o Set the stage for your characters with scenery and props.
o Choose the right cartooning tools to achieve professional results.
o Discover great cartoon ideas all around you, everyday, wherever you go.
o Develop your very own, one-of-a-kind cartooning style that makes your work stand apart from the crowd.
Hardcover, 7 1/2-in. x 10 1/2-in., 128 pages, B&W.
Cover price $22.99. -
Issue #0-1ST
Published 2011 by Da Capo Press.$6.00
First printing, 2011. Written by Mark Kister. Quick and easy step-by-step instructions for drawing. 7 1/4-in. x 9-in. 240 pages, B&W. Cover price $19.00.
