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Japanese anime and manga are developing worldwide and are now one of Japan's
representative cultures.
Illustrations are one of the essential elements that form anime and manga. In recent years,
color illustrations have become mainstream digitally, and illustrations are often created
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using computers. So this time, I would like to think about color illustrations and their range
of expression.
Editing and writing / YAMADA, AYUPY GOTO, Illustration / YAMADA
●Difference between digital and analog expression
The biggest difference between "analog illustration" and "digital illustration" is the tools
used and the medium of illustration .
Analog illustrations are created by drawing directly on the canvas in front of you, such as
paper or cloth, or by using real art materials such as pencils and paints. Digital illustrations,
on the other hand, use a computer, tablet, or smartphone to draw on a canvas projected
on an LCD screen with a pen tablet or finger. There are devices called LCD tablets that
allow you to draw with a more analog feel by running a dedicated digital pen directly on
the LCD screen, but to put it simply, illustrations drawn digitally This means that everything
is organized by data.
As I mentioned earlier, many color illustrations are now being done digitally, but each has
its own advantages and disadvantages, so there is no one way to go about it. There are
also hybrid types that use both analog and digital.
The finished product differs greatly depending on these production tools, which is one of
the characteristics of the painting style.
●The variety of painting styles is infinite.

Although it is generally called an illustration, there is a wide range of expression. There are
various methods of expression, from realistic designs such as figure drawings to deformed
designs. In addition, each person's drawings are added to it, resulting in a different style of
painting. Therefore, this time, I would like to compare Japanese illustrations with the
distinctive and unchanging illustrations of American comics, so-called American
comics,
to make it easier to understand the differences in style .
What is your drawing style?
It can be said that if there are 100 people, there will be 100 different styles of painting, so
each person's style and pattern are different. There is no correct answer as to which one is
good or bad, and ultimately it comes down to preference. Lines, coloring, painting
methods, tools used... each person has their own way of expression and style. Even if you
model yourself after your favorite illustrator, your individuality will still come from
somewhere subconsciously within you. Furthermore, even though there are many styles of
illustrations in Japan, there are trends
among them . Illustrations from the past can sometimes have a sense of the ``old days''
because they have a taste that matches the era. On the other hand, the reason why
American comics do not have such an image is that there were many works that compared
the content to the background of the times, but there was no particular trend in the
design, and the same expressions as in the 1930s are still used today. I think it's because
there are.
Japanese illustration expressions are diverse!
Japan is at the cutting edge of subculture, and the development and development of
manga and anime is now at the top level in the world.
As the techniques and styles of painting have developed, their range has expanded, and
they are expressed in a variety of ways.
There are illustrations drawn with real touch, illustrations that are said to be typical
Japanese "Moe pictures," etc.
If you look at them in detail, there are so many that it's impossible to classify them, so I've
roughly categorized them by line drawings and non-line drawings. .
Illustrations with line drawings
A line drawing is an illustration drawn using lines rather than areas. I think it's easier to
understand if you imagine an illustration in a coloring book. Then, the line drawing is
colored as a surface.
・Importance of line drawings
It depends on how you paint, the color scheme, and the tools you use, but line drawings
are very important because they serve as the framework and outline of the picture. Do you
use analog pencils to draw line drawings, or do you draw digitally? Do you draw lines with
varying degrees of strength or evenness? This kind of detailed information comes together
to create a person's unique style of painting.
There are many other types, but this time I compared four types.
First of all, in the upper row,
① is close to deformation, there are fewer lines, and the number of colors is
reduced.
② is soft and simple parts that are closer to recent anime,

③ is aimed to be closer to a light novel cover, and
④ is a 90's image with a sharper contrast.
The bottom row shows

when all the parts are painted using method ① . It looks different again.
You can see that painting is also one of the important components. By finding a coloring
method that suits each line drawing, you can make your illustrations even more persuasive
and appealing.
Illustration without line drawings
The most typical method without line drawings is the thick painting method. This is a
method of layering colors and creating surfaces. It is an image of drawing a picture using
paint. It is easier to create a sense of three-dimensionality, depth, and reality than one with
line drawings. There is also a method of drawing in thick layers and creating lines at the
end.
overseas style
Next, let's take a look at illustrations from overseas. There are unique illustrations
developed in different countries and regions overseas, but the one that most closely
resembles Japan's illustration culture and has the most distinctive characteristics is
American comics. This genre has many fans in Japan, and has been made into movies and
merchandise. If you look closely, there have been some changes since it was released as an
action comic in the 1930s, but I don't think the basic design has changed much . There is
a wide range of these, with some having strong deformed elements and others having a
high degree of reality, but the general characteristics of American comic book illustrations
are that the lines are thick and clear, and the color scheme is colorful with a focus on
primary colors. . The type is determined to some extent. These are things that have not
changed since our birth.
Let's roughly categorize American comic illustrations.
1. A taste with a strong sense of reality
The texture of the paint is realistic, but the color scheme pops. The line drawings
may have a "likeness" to them because they are expressed with clear lines,
without using shading or watercolor textures.
Citation: http://geekleagueofamerica.com/2014/10/21/nycc-interview-comics-artist-adam-hughes/
2. Strong comic taste
The image of the action comics released in the 1930s remains unchanged.
What differs from reality-style American comics is the color, which is expressed
in single colors or dots. The parts that will be in shadow are expressed in solid
black. Quote: http://matome.naver.jp/odai/2133267623782141401/2133645383922780703
3. Deformed taste
The color scheme is a pop image. The lines are also thick and clear, like paths,
and are expressed in a simplified manner. There is minimal expression of light

and shade, and it is often painted in one color, with strong graphical elements.
EX: Powerpuff Girls, Disney, Sesame Street, etc. cartoon image. Quote: http://www.cartoonnetwork.jp
●Find your own painting style
When you hear American illustrations, you think of American comic book expressions, but
Japanese illustrations have a wide range, and while it is possible to get an abstract idea of
the atmosphere and trends, it is difficult to pinpoint their characteristics.
If you like the elements of American comics, I think if you consider these characteristics,
you will be able to create unique designs.
A foundation that solidifies by having the desired pattern
And the same is true for Japanese illustrations. There are no obvious overall characteristics,
and there are a wide range of trends and individualities, so finding your own uniqueness
may seem like a very difficult task.

Everyone, whether they draw or not, has their own favorite patterns and styles. The picture
you want to draw and the picture you like are often different, but I believe that as long as
you have at least one picture you are aiming for, you can move forward even if it doesn't
end up being the picture you wanted. You might be able to get something out of it by just
trying to imitate your favorite drawings or the tools you use. Once again, think about your
favorite drawing style and the style you want to be able to draw, and steal techniques that
you can steal from there. However, copying is different. Instead of aiming for exactly the
same thing, try creating with an awareness of the style you want to create and output.
get people's opinions
Sometimes an objective opinion can help you grow a lot. It is not easy to figure out what
kind of pattern it looks like or what type it is. Especially in the beginning or when I'm in a
slump, I think I often draw by searching for pictures. Sometimes it may look different than
what you thought it would be. In times like these, I think honest opinions from other
people can be very helpful. Of course, it is important to listen to multiple people, not just
one person, and consider them comprehensively.
Bonus: I drew Cupipit!
I drew Bibibit's mascot character "Cupipit". I aimed for solid lines and a pop feel.
Although the basic colors and shapes are almost fixed, the atmosphere varies depending
on the person drawing it.

They are appearing all over Bibibit, so please be sure to look for them!
This article introduces "Course on how to draw Cupipit."
You too can make your digital illustration debut with “CLIP STUDIO PAINT”!
●Finally
It's really strange and interesting that even if 10 people draw pictures on the same theme,
they end up with 10 different pictures. Illustrations that change their appearance
depending on each person's expression and sense. It is a person's personality that changes
depending on their living environment, experiences, and preferences. Even if you think you
don't have any individuality, there's bound to be some "you" hidden somewhere.
Many of the topics may have been basic, but there were also people who liked drawing
illustrations, people who wanted to try their hand at it, and of course people who liked
looking at illustrations. I hope this article will be of some help when you discover
something new or think about drawing.
(Updated on 2019.07.19)
(2016.8.3)
author
Miyu Yamada
I mainly study graphic design, package design, and branding
design at Musashino Art University. I like watching plays and
shopping around for clothes.
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4/5/24, 1:50 PM There are many different painting styles!

There are many different painting styles! Find

Editing and writing / YAMADA, AYUPY GOTO, Illustration / YAMADA

●Difference between digital and analog expression

the characteristics of the painting style.

●The variety of painting styles is infinite.

distinctive and unchanging illustrations of American comics, so-called American

What is your drawing style?

illustrations in Japan, there are trends

Japanese illustration expressions are diverse!

manga and anime is now at the top level in the world.

they are expressed in a variety of ways.

Japanese "Moe pictures," etc.

roughly categorized them by line drawings and non-line drawings. .

Illustrations with line drawings

・Importance of line drawings

to create a person's unique style of painting.

First of all, in the upper row,

② is soft and simple parts that are closer to recent anime,

④ is a 90's image with a sharper contrast.

The bottom row shows

Illustration without line drawings

Let's roughly categorize American comic illustrations.

1. A taste with a strong sense of reality

2. Strong comic taste

black. Quote: http://matome.naver.jp/odai/2133267623782141401/2133645383922780703

and are expressed in a simplified manner. There is minimal expression of light

●Find your own painting style

A foundation that solidifies by having the desired pattern

may seem like a very difficult task.

get people's opinions

Bonus: I drew Cupipit!

on the person drawing it.

This article introduces "Course on how to draw Cupipit."

something new or think about drawing.

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