Draw Comics with Dick Giordano [Paperback]

Dick Giordano (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: June 10, 2005

When it comes to drawing comics in classic American style, Dick Giordano is a superhero. He shares his talents with fans - and budding artists - in this quintessential guide. It's easy to get started with: More than 30 step-by-step demonstrations covering all the basic elements of drawing comics; Sample projects taught in pencil and ink - no expensive materials required; Tips and techniques for creating basic elements such as heads, torsos, backgrounds and scenery; Pages and pages of dynamic, action-packed artwork; Draw Comics with Dick Giordano gives readers a powerful combination: A hot drawing style taught by an even hotter author.

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About the Author

Dick Giordano is best known for his work at DC comics in the 80s, where he revitalized the entire line as its managing editor. He continues to work in the field today.

Product Details

• Paperback: 128 pages
• Publisher: Impact (June 10, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1581806272
• ISBN-13: 978-1581806274
• Product Dimensions: 10.9 x 8.3 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #550,565 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #41 in Books > Arts & Photography > Drawing > Specific Objects

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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A classic!, September 21, 2005

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DrSpecter (United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Draw Comics with Dick Giordano (Paperback)

Dick Giordano mixes very Andrew Loomis-inspierd construction techniques with his own very 1950s style. He devotes just a few pages to topics like figure drawing, character types, drafting tricks, and page composition. Everything but lettering, really. He gives the best foundation for doing a comic than any other single book I've seen. Right up there with Loomis's Figure Drawing For All It's Worth and Preston Blair's Cartoon Animation!

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Few books I give 5 stars to, June 13, 2006

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comic guru (Kendallville, IN) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Draw Comics with Dick Giordano (Paperback)

I loved this book! Infact, I've read it once and am reading it again! The cover art is cheesy, I'll admit, but the interior art is great! Y'know how Christopher Hart's books start off with somewhat okay drawing that just gets worse and worse? Dick's book does just the opposite. He's a living legend in the comics field and his book deserves a high review. This book is worth the cover price!

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This is a great book, September 20, 2006

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This review is from: Draw Comics with Dick Giordano (Paperback)

I love comic books and superheroes. Blessed with a little artistic talent, some story/hero ideas, and no clue where to start I ordered this book a few weeks ago. I love it. Dick Giordano will admit himself that it is not a complete work on every topic covered. But if you have been drawing for years, and are somewhat experienced with recreating images that you have in front of you with a pencil, then this book is wonderful. I am very pleased with my progress and would recommend this book to anyone who considers themself at an intermediate drawing level who is looking to advance their abilities.