Yoai

My drawing skill is limited to making stick figures. Anything more than that ends in a disaster, so I didn't know why I picked this book when I started reading it. After finishing it, I have to say that I saw improvement in my drawing skill. The book was very helpful and I feel proud of myself. The book is basically divided into three sections.

The first one is giving the reader tips about the materials and the ways something can be drawn. For example, there is a page dedicated to different show more eye styles to convert different meanings. I found that useful for people who have some kind of experience with drawing already.

The second section contains the tutorials which was the most helpful to a newbie like me. We get a chibi and there is a step by step guide on how to draw it. By the end of the steps, there is a rough draft of the chibi and the reader has to follow the steps and make one himself.

The final section is used for inspiration on what the reader should make their chibi wear or hold or look like. All of them were kawaii and something I would like to see on a chibi.

I got a digital version, but I believe that the paperback would work better. I enjoyed reading this guide and trying to create a chibi even if my efforts were below the average. I will just have to try harder until I improve! show less

Chibi Art Class A Complete Course in Drawing Chibi Cuties and Beasties - Includes 19 step-by-step tutorials! by Yoai is a book I requested from NetGalley and the review is voluntary.
This book is terrific starter book! It has head and body proportions for all ages. The facial features are shown in classic form and in all kinds of emotions but also in fun imaginative ways!
Not only does this book show you how to draw the Chibi family but different clothing and putting your Chibi in motion. show more
Lots of step-by-step instructions and pictures.
My young teen grand daughters will love this! So will I! show less

Chibi Art Class by Yoai teaches interested artists the art of drawing kawaii chibi! From body style and posture, to expressions, from elements of movement, to clothing, and even cute critters, a wide variety of skills are demonstrated. It's not just people either! There are 'empty' chibi body frames for you to decorate, and places to draw and practise your own chibi art. If you're interested in exploring chibi art further, this is a great resource. I quite enjoyed it! I can draw chibi art, show more but my artistic skill is mostly self-taught. This gave me great information and skills to improving my chibi art.

***Many thanks to Netgalley and Quarto Publishing for providing an egalley in exchange for a fair and honest review. show less

Mini Chibi Art Class
A Complete Course in Drawing Cuties and Beasties - Includes 19 Step-by-Step Tutorials! by Yoai is a cute art book for children, beginners, or those wanting to learn more about Chibi. Great step-by-step instructions with images to match. Adorable drawings and easy way to have fun! A definite 5 star book! This is a book I requested from NetGalley and the review is voluntary.