[PRE ORDER 260826] Before and After Becoming an Illustrator by Kurumitsu

A practical guide and artist’s notebook for anyone who wants to keep drawing, following illustrator Kurumitsu’s journey from student to professional while sharing the lessons, techniques, and insights gained along the way. Rather than showcasing only polished professional illustrations, the book explains the author’s methods and creative process through a wealth of real examples, including gesture drawings, portfolios, self-published works, character design sheets, and step-by-step making-of features. It also candidly includes unsuccessful works and moments of struggle, revealing the trial-and-error behind artistic growth. What was the author thinking? How did they practice? How did they stay motivated? How did they turn drawing into a career? Throughout this journey, readers will find practical hints for continuing to grow as an artist. An ideal resource not only for aspiring illustrators, but also for anyone who wants to improve their drawing skills or learn more about the profession of illustration. [Contents] Introduction Talk Room #0 Chapter 1: I Want to Become an Illustrator Gallery #1 Talk Room #1 Gesture Drawing Master Studies Style Conversion Creating Opportunities to Learn Self-Publishing Activities Finding the Practice Method That Suits You Discovering What You Love Overcoming Creative Roadblocks Chapter 2: Joining a Game Company Gallery #2 Talk Room #2 Building a Portfolio The Illustration Workflow Posing Managing Your Time Taking Things as Far as You Can Lessons Learned in the Workplace Making the Most of Software and Devices Silhouettes Character Design: Original Characters Chapter 3: Going Independent Gallery #3 Talk Room #3 How to Get—and Increase—Client Work Clarity and Creative Twists Color Schemes Building Connections Expanding Your Horizons Through New Challenges The Role of Backgrounds Chapter 4: The Present and the Road Ahead Gallery #4 Talk Room #4 Balancing Detail Pricing Your Illustrations Staying Motivated Work–Life Balance Trends in Illustration Stylization Character Design: Existing Characters Chapter 5: Challenges Chapter 6: Making Of Afterword Acknowledgments