Draw Like a Mangaka: Anatomy: A Comprehensive Anatomical Reference - Master Anatomy, Figure Drawing and Poses

Kuhn, Marcel

ISBN 10: 1577157133 / ISBN 13: 9781577157137

Published by Walter Foster Publishing, 2026

A new copy. Draw human anatomy like a master mangaka ("comic artist" in Japanese) with friendly, encouraging step-by-step instruction from bestselling author and artist Marcel Kühn. Take your figure drawing to the next level with Draw Like a Mangaka: Anatomy, the ultimate guide to mastering human anatomy. Marcel Kühn provides a structured approach to learning how to draw the human form, breaking down complex anatomy into manageable, easy-to-follow steps with high-quality photographic references covering every part of the body. Starting with fundamental 3D drawing techniques, you'll progress through structured exercises to develop a deep understanding of body proportions, muscle structure, and movement. From capturing expressive gestures to understanding skeletal anatomy, this book provides everything you need to create lifelike, dynamic figures. Inside, you'll find: Step-by-step tutorials for constructing human figures with confidenceComprehensive anatomical references for drawing heads, hands, torsos, legs, and moreProgressive exercises to develop skills from beginner to advanced levelsInsightful tips and humor to keep learning fun and engagingTechniques for drawing diverse body types and capturing natural movement Whether you're sketching for manga, comics, illustration, or fine art, Draw Like a Mangaka: Anatomy provides the essential knowledge and practice you need to master figure drawing. Seller Inventory # 439792

Synopsis:

Draw human anatomy like a master mangaka (“comic artist” in Japanese) with friendly, encouraging step-by-step instruction from bestselling author and artist Marcel Kühn.

Take your figure drawing to the next level with Draw Like a Mangaka: Anatomy, the ultimate guide to mastering human anatomy. Marcel Kühn provides a structured approach to learning how to draw the human form, breaking down complex anatomy into manageable, easy-to-follow steps with high-quality photographic references covering every part of the body.

Starting with fundamental 3D drawing techniques, you’ll progress through structured exercises to develop a deep understanding of body proportions, muscle structure, and movement. From capturing expressive gestures to understanding skeletal anatomy, this book provides everything you need to create lifelike, dynamic figures.

Inside, you’ll find:

• Step-by-step tutorials for constructing human figures with confidence
• Comprehensive anatomical references for drawing heads, hands, torsos, legs, and more
• Progressive exercises to develop skills from beginner to advanced levels
• Insightful tips and humor to keep learning fun and engaging
• Techniques for drawing diverse body types and capturing natural movement

Whether you’re sketching for manga, comics, illustration, or fine art, Draw Like a Mangaka: Anatomy provides the essential knowledge and practice you need to master figure drawing.

About the Author: Constantly overtired, dependent on sweets, and permanently at his drawing table, that’s Marcel “Draw like a Sir” Kühn. Marcel shares his manga drawing expertise in entertaining and informative videos on YouTube @DrawlikeaSir as well as in his first how to draw book, Draw Like a Mangaka. Marcel has illustrated and published several books, including the six-part manga series MYTH.

Bibliographic Details

Title: Draw Like a Mangaka: Anatomy: A ...
Publisher: Walter Foster Publishing
Publication Date: 2026
Binding: Trade Paperback