Reviews

Shojo Fashion Manga Art School: How to Draw Cool Looks and Characters by Irene Flores

jg2758's review

3.0

Provides basic overviews of many things, and a slightly more in-depth look at clothing. I prefer the in-depth coverage of the second book, but this has a few tips that the others don't.

jg2758's review against another edition

3.0

I was hoping for a really in-depth book about men's fashion, but half of the book is devoted to face shape, body shape, etc. Still good content, though.

My review from the first book fits too: Provides basic overviews of many things, and a slightly more in-depth look at clothing. I prefer the in-depth coverage of the second book, but this has a few tips that the others don't.

jg2758's review against another edition

4.0

Great for getting myself out of a rut. The categories are useful: at home, hanging out, prom, weddings, at school, at work, sports, seasonal. Each one has enough variety to get me thinking about other possibilities. Lots of useful tips too, like rips in jeans and dirt on clothes.

jaqylantern's review against another edition

5.0

it is great to have a book focusing on men and their fashion. most books focus on drawing feminine figures and clothes so much. the variations are great and I love the style of drawing.

ivaliceforever's review against another edition

5.0

As a fan of the first book, I was thrilled to come across this volume in Hobby Lobby. It is a fantastic reference that includes some character types that 'how to draw manga' books often either leave out or do not represent successfully: large characters, proportional children and the elderly. We also get to see some more clothing types and tips for making a good character design. Clothing should tell us something about our character.

I would recommend having both books as the first one covers the basics and this title essentially builds on from there while adding new material.

Happy Drawing!