How to draw deformed robots: 3 types of cool and cute mini characters are the basics! Japanese Craft Book

Release Date: May 20, 2022
Language: Japanese
Large Format: 159 pages

The robots featured in this book are primarily friendly "mini-characters" with a low head-to-body ratio of 2-4. These mini-character robots come in three types, based on the author's original ideas.
● Three Basic Types of Deformed Robots
1. Standard Type (2-3.5 heads)...Combines coolness and cuteness
2. High-Resolution Type (3.5-4 heads)...Prioritizes coolness even with a low head-to-body ratio
3. Mascot Type (2-2.5 heads)...Prioritizes cuteness

This book thoroughly explains how to draw deformed robots based on these three types.

◆Chapter 1: The Basics of Deformed Characters...Designing a Robot with a Low Head-to-Body Ratio
This chapter explains the basic concepts of designing deformed robots, balancing cool and cute, by dividing them into three types and illustrating each robot's characteristics in pencil.
A convenient "Head-to-Body Ratio Comparison Chart" is included, allowing you to instantly determine what body type and character traits are best suited to your design preferences.

◆Chapter 2: Designing Parts and Drawing Fighting Poses
Taking into account the unique characteristics of the three types of deformed robots, this chapter specifically explains how to draw parts such as the head, torso, shoulders, arms, hands, and legs.
After that, using the "Stag Beetle Robot" design as an example, we'll assemble the parts and thoroughly explain basic fighting pose techniques so you can draw a deformed robot with movement that matches your imagination.

◆Chapter 3: Applying Fighting Poses...Seven Case Studies
After completing the basic practice of the three types of deformed robots—standard, high-resolution, and mascot—we'll move on to practical techniques. Seven illustrators will show you how to draw dynamic, original, deformed robots.
They'll share their unique drawing tips and hints for expressing fighting poses, so you can choose your favorite style and style.

Chapter 3 Illustrators: Junichi Kamizono, Susagane, Takashi Hirano, Mototaro, Ni-yan, Kotaro Ando, vivi

◆Chapter 4: Further Expanding the Scope of Robot Design!
Expand the world of deformed robot design even further. Try creating a cute female deformed robot or even drawing a "mecha girl" by attaching mechanical parts to a miniature character.
This course is packed with tips, including techniques for reflecting the worldview of various stories featuring deformed robots and tips for adding details to enhance their exteriors.