SO YOU WANT TO LEARN TO DRAW CARTOONS....?
..well here's a good place to start!
A certain degree of drawing ability is essential, but that is something you can learn through practise, so don't despair. To start you off, I have listed a few websites and some self instruction books which you may find useful.
BOOKS
Learn To Draw Caricatures by Alex Hughes - All the fundamentals are covered, to give the reader a sound foundation in caricature drawing techniques, with many step-by-step illustrations demonstrating how to put them into practice. The book includes accessible and practical information on: tools, equipment and props; basic shapes and proportions; how to portray personality, features and expressions; working from photographs. Good for total beginners, and valuable for experienced artists seeking to improve their caricature drawing skills.
How To Draw Cartoons by Chris Hart - This book teaches an easy method for capturing the forms and expressions of animals. It begins by showing how to create simple drawings with just a few strokes of the pen. Following the basic shapes, the book then goes on to depict animal personalities that are based on their physical traits.
The book teaches artists the basics of creating cartoon characters, from using basic shapes and conveying age and mood to adding props and costumes and much more. It also brings the artistic process up to date by touching on the use of computers in cartooning. Featuring step-by-step instructions and a wealth of original images, this book is a must-have resource for any aspiring cartoonist!
www.cartoonclassroom.co.uk
www.ccgb.org.uk
www.how-to-draw-cartoons-online.com
