Let me be
clear from the start, this is not a "how to" art book, nor is it "how
to draw" comics. What it is, is a collaboration of interviews,
hints, tips, and views from people in the comic book industry with a wealth of
experience.
There are ten chapters which outline the creative process
which is standard in todays comic publishing world. It covers such things as
editing, writing, inking, and lettering, to name but a few, with resources in
the appendix's for resources and a self publishing budget guide.
What is apparent from the go is this is a very easy book to
read, and although at a glance it would seem to be a lot to take in however I
assure you the keen comic book writer/artist will lap up the information. Buddy
Scalera takes you through a fairly in depth journey from the creation of comic
books at the start to present day with interviews from artists who were there
and are still going strong in the industry. One thing which is repeated is the
fact that it is not an easy industry to break into, and you can have all the
talent in the world however without persistence and determination you will not
succeed.
This is not just for the budding entrepreneur as this book
is also a good grounding and reality check for artists, inkers, and colourists.
With excellent examples about what is expected of them in the industry from
editors and publishers. I'd say take the advice and information in these pages
as gospel because it comes from some of the biggest names out there. Finally
there is a few interviews with the top men, so yes you get to hear from Stan
"the man" Lee and when he speaks we all listen...
You can buy this book at Amazon
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