Draw the Line [Paperback]

Emilio Soltero (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: February 2003 | ISBN-10: 0974133205 | ISBN-13: 978-0974133201 | Edition: 1

Draw the Line includes instruction on drawing figures, sequential art, manga, and more.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"You say important things clearly, strongly, and very, very interestingly in both your words and pictures" -- The late Dr. Seuss

"Your work is wonderful....may one day your talent be recognized around the world." -- The Frazetta's (Frank and Ellie)

From the Author

This book represents some of my ideas regarding figure drawing and sequential art. The human figure has been represented in art for thousands of years, in many different styles and mediums, all of them valid and worth your investigation. I personally find a challenge in representing the figure in a somewhat illustrative manner, and so, this is the focus of my book. I implore you to study the figure as represented in different cultures and countries. Most importantly, express yourself creatively; that's what art is all about.

Product Details

• Paperback: 116 pages
• Publisher: Sir Press; 1 edition (February 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0974133205
• ISBN-13: 978-0974133201
• Product Dimensions: 10.4 x 7.9 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 11.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (11 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,750,235 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars great book, August 23, 2004

By 

Daniel M. (Sacramento, CA USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Draw the Line (Paperback)

Theres alot of info and drawings in this book, well worth the

price. Mr. soltero also gives some good tips that you won't find in other books that obviously come from experience. Something you

will also notice is the use of more ethnic features and bodies.

As well as different body types. Something really lacking in the

how-to art books of today. I like alot of the tone work Mr. Soltero does with pen and brush. Whats really interesting about

this book is the collection of pictures, they run from fine art

to cartoon, anime, and watercolor. Its pretty neat to see all

this in one book, something i have'nt seen in any others.

Which makes Mr soltero a very talented artist to me.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome book, June 13, 2004

By 

Thomas Fong (n carolina) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Draw the Line (Paperback)

This book is a great. It covers information that you might not find in other books, copyright info., characters and scripts, duo tone. The drawings are beautiful, especially the animal and human drawings. The perspective section was helpful as I have dreaded and feared learning perspective. He shows you concisely how to do it. I followed along and was able to do it! The overlapping concept on pg. 37 is just great, it truly helped my drawing. The sequential art section is good for storytelling, and the inking page shows you the direction or how to move your brush or get the brush stroke you want.

This book is great for beginners and professionals. It is easy to read and the drawings are just great.

The book is a limited edition, and my copy came signed. Hey, this book has quotes in the back cover from Dr. Seuss and Frank Frazetta.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Drawing Book, April 28, 2004

By 

Carol F. Bouche (LA, CA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Draw the Line (Paperback)

The most helpful sections dealt with human anatomy, storytelling, and sequential art. The sequential art section dealt with different viewpoints, and explanations on splash pages. I am an animator and graphic artist and I recommend to all artists. The perspective section was also informative. The manga section has few pages but the author provided different ways to draw a manga figure, easy to complex styles.