HOW TO DRAW MANGA Bodies Anatomy 1st edition by Society for the Study of Manga Techniques ISBN 4766112385 9784766112382

How to Draw Manga: Bodies & Anatomy, created by The Society for the Study of Manga Techniques, is a comprehensive instructional guide aimed at aspiring manga artists who wish to master the human form through the lens of Japanese comic art. As part of the renowned How to Draw Manga series, this volume focuses specifically on the anatomy and structure of the human body, offering in-depth explanations and hundreds of detailed illustrations to help readers grasp both the fundamentals and nuances of figure drawing. The book begins with the essential skeletal and muscular frameworks, progressing into full-body proportions, body part breakdowns, and how anatomical understanding influences pose, movement, and character design. From basic standing figures to complex dynamic action poses, this guide shows how to visualize and construct the human form accurately, while still allowing for the stylistic exaggeration and fluidity that define the manga art style. Special attention is given to gender differences, age variation, and character types, including how anatomy can be used to express personality and emotion through body language. Through step-by-step tutorials, construction-line sketches, and pose references, this volume equips artists not only with technical skills but also with a visual language for bringing their characters to life. Whether you are a beginner seeking a solid foundation or a more advanced artist refining your figure-drawing techniques, Bodies & Anatomy provides both the knowledge and inspiration necessary to improve your manga character design through anatomical mastery.