IPLUSO 25096

Manga Graphic Techniques

• ApresentaçãoPresentation

  Optional UC. This UC is a possibility to continue the UC Sequential image and aims to deepen the training in the specific field of Manga, in articulation with the UC History of Manga and Anime.
• ProgramaProgramme

  Introduction to the history and graphic techniques of Manga. Study and practice of Manga drawing techniques, including:   -Basic materials for Manga drawing -Basic anatomy (face, eyes, nose, mouth, hair, and ears) -Facial expressions -Body proportions, hands, and feet -Anatomy, proportions, and perspective (male, female) -Clothing and accessories -Lighting and shadows -Movement, actions, and dynamic body postures -Exploration of visual narrative techniques in Manga; -Creation of a Manga-style comic book page.
• ObjectivosObjectives

  Students will learn and be able to apply the specific graphical techniques associated with the Manga drawing style, as well as its historical and cultural context. Develop the ability to fully represent the Manga-style character, understanding the relationships between structure, figure, and body scale. Develop technical and artistic skills to design a Manga-style comic book.
• BibliografiaBibliography

  Crilley, M. (2012). Mastering Manga with Mark Crilley: 30 drawing lessons from the creator of Akiko. Impact Books. Hart, C. (2016). The Manga Fashion Bible: The Go-To Guide for Drawing Stylish Outfits and Characters. Drawing with Christopher Hart. Hart, C. (2015). The Master Guide to Drawing Anime: How to Draw Original Characters from Simple Templates. Drawing with Christopher Hart. Hart, C. (2009). The Manga Artist's Workbook: Easy-to-Follow Lessons for Creating Your Own Characters. Potter Craft. Hirata, R. (2015). Drawing Manga People and Poses. Impact Books. Katagiri, R. & University, M. (2019). How to Draw Manga: Basics and Beyond! Manga University. Koyama-Richard, B. (2008). One Thousand Years of Manga. Paris; NY: Flammarion. Sawa, M. (2019) "The Complete Guide to Drawing Action Manga: A Step-by-Step Artist's Handbook." Tuttle Publishing. Schodt, F. L., & Tezuka, O. (2013). Manga! Manga!: The World Of Japanese Comics. NY: Kodansha America.
• MetodologiaMethodology

  The individual exercises abide by a tutorial teaching regime, in which each student is personally accompanied by the teacher. The student is subject to continuous assessment and is assigned a grade at the end of the semester for their performance in the theoretical and practical elements of the course.   50% punctual, exploratory exercises. 40% project exercise: procedural, creative and qualitative development. 10%. Continuous assessment: attendance (75%), punctuality and participation. The appeal exam consists of the delivery of all exercises in the semester (50%) and the presentation or realization in loco of the exam exercise (50%).
• LínguaLanguage

  Português
• TipoType

  Semestral
• ECTS

  6
• NaturezaNature

  Optional
• EstágioInternship

  Não