Sell Back Your Copy
For a $0.14 Gift Card
Trade in
Have one to sell? Sell yours here
Comic Artists - Asia: Manga Manhwa Manhua
 
See larger image and other views
 
Tell the Publisher!
I'd like to read this book on Kindle

Don't have a Kindle? Get your Kindle here, or download a FREE Kindle Reading App.

Comic Artists - Asia: Manga Manhwa Manhua [Paperback]

Rika Sugiyama (Author)
4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)


Available from these sellers.


Formats

Amazon Price New from Used from
Library Binding --  
Paperback --  

Book Description

September 21, 2004

The Japanese Comic style -- manga -- has become wildly popular throughout North America and the rest of the world, as evidenced by Harper Design’s bestselling “Japanese Comickers.”But the latest vanguard of artists working in this style come not only from Japan, but also Korea (where comics are called “manhwa”) and China (where they are called “manhua.”) Therefore to follow-up the success of “Japanese Comickers,” Harper Design is proud to present Comic Artists - Asia featuring rising comics artists from Korea and Taiwan as well as Japan.

Comic Artists - Asia introduces the work of a dozen promising young artists who are non-professional or semi-professional in Japan, Korea and Hong Kong. Each artist profile includes an interview, providing insight into how they work and how they regard their craft as well as a gallery of their breathtaking imagery. and step-by-step or idea sources how they work.

A sumptuous presentation of the most cutting-edge practitioners of today’s most popular cartooning style, Comic Artists - Asia is an indispensable addition to every manga fan’s collection.



Editorial Reviews

About the Author

Rika Sugiyama is a Japanese writer specializing in cartooning, manga, and animation. She has served editorial stints at some of Japan's most prominent pop culture magazines including Comickers and S Magazine.


Product Details

  • Paperback: 128 pages
  • Publisher: Harper Design (September 21, 2004)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0060589248
  • ISBN-13: 978-0060589240
  • Product Dimensions: 11.7 x 8.3 x 0.4 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds
  • Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #727,221 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

 

Customer Reviews

7 Reviews
5 star:
 (2)
4 star:
 (4)
3 star:
 (1)
2 star:    (0)
1 star:    (0)
 
 
 
 
 
Average Customer Review
4.1 out of 5 stars (7 customer reviews)
 
 
 
 
Share your thoughts with other customers:
Most Helpful Customer Reviews

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars Engaging collection of works, August 20, 2006
This review is from: Comic Artists - Asia: Manga Manhwa Manhua (Paperback)
Manga/ anime fans interested in pursuing this genre of drawing comics are recommended to get this book. It provides a quick glimpse to different forms and interpretation of the asian comic-art genre with different mediums (digital, traditional) and illustration styles.

There are 12 artists featured in the book and though the title of the book may suggest submissions from China/ Korea / Japan with equal emphasis, the book predominantly features artists from Japan; with 3 entries from Korea and only 1 from Hong Kong.

Despite this, I still think it's a worthy purchase with its glossy full colored prints and brief insight on how the artists achieve the result of their artwork. I enjoyed the book, often re-read it and was a good source of inspiration. Some artists' level of details and realism are astounding, and it's good to know that some are already industry professionals. Looking forward to a 2nd release!
Help other customers find the most helpful reviews 
Was this review helpful to you? Yes No


2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Very Informative and well worth it, January 3, 2009
This review is from: Comic Artists - Asia: Manga Manhwa Manhua (Paperback)
Get this book in conjunction to the Japanese Comickers books.

This one has less of the "step by step" information but does provide something else. It takes a trip into how each of the artist conceptualize and compose their art.

Being an artist is much less about doing things in a cookie cutter fashion and depending on color by number processes. It's great for any out there who perhaps are a little lost or stuck in a creative rut.

Once you have the grasps of the very basics, move onto this book and be greeted with the charming detail of the very first works provided by way of Kumiko.
Help other customers find the most helpful reviews 
Was this review helpful to you? Yes No


1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars Nice book., January 18, 2009
Amazon Verified Purchase(What's this?)
This review is from: Comic Artists - Asia: Manga Manhwa Manhua (Paperback)
This is cool collection of Asian inspired artist. My only complaint is, there aren't enough of them. Still worth the price I paid at the time!
Help other customers find the most helpful reviews 
Was this review helpful to you? Yes No

Share your thoughts with other customers: Create your own review
 
 
 
Most Recent Customer Reviews





Only search this product's reviews



What Other Items Do Customers Buy After Viewing This Item?


Tags Customers Associate with This Product

 (What's this?)
Click on a tag to find related items, discussions, and people.
 
(1)

Your tags: Add your first tag
 

Sell a Digital Version of This Book in the Kindle Store

If you are a publisher or author and hold the digital rights to a book, you can sell a digital version of it in our Kindle Store. Learn more

Customer Discussions

This product's forum
Discussion Replies Latest Post
No discussions yet

Ask questions, Share opinions, Gain insight
Start a new discussion
Topic:
First post:
Prompts for sign-in
 


Active discussions in related forums
Search Customer Discussions
Search all Amazon discussions
   
Related forums



So You'd Like to...


Create a guide


Look for Similar Items by Category


Look for Similar Items by Subject