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How to Draw a Graphic Novel SC (2024 Thames and Hudson) comic books

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    How to Draw a Graphic Novel SC (2024 Thames and Hudson) 1-1ST


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    1st printing. Text by Balthazar Pagani. Art and cover by Marco Maraggi. HOW TO DRAW A GRAPHIC NOVEL is structured as a series of short art courses that combine technical advice with creative inspiration. Written by graphic novel producer Balthazar Pagani, the book includes lessons in how to construct a narrative, develop characters, and design settings, as well as the basics of printing, binding, and digital-file setup. Each lesson is supported by striking illustrations by graphic novel artist Marco Maraggi, with professional art tips delivered in the style of a graphic novel by renowned Italian cartoonist and comics lecturer Otto Gabos. Softcover, 96 pages, full color. Cover price $19.95.