Vincent Zhao Libri

The ultimate in free expression, graphic tees have the ability to instantly convey the owners lifestyle, interests, beliefs or affiliations. A highly personal medium, they are capable of eliciting a diverse number of reactions on the part of viewers from shock and awe, to envy or laughter. The proliferation of proprietary retailers and small independent screen-printing shops has fueled the demand providing a staggering array of designs to choose from. Generation T is a snapshot of the industry, presenting several hundred designs from nearly 50 different independent design studios around the world.

The first volume in a new series, this edition is an ideal introduction to contemporary CG art in China, where some of the best video games are produced today. Works featured are by China's brightest newcomers, all wildly creative and true masters of fantasy. Whilst they draw inspiration from classics such as Street Fighter and Final Fantasy, it's their own bold vision and creativity that sets them apart. Flick through the pages and you'll find echoes of Robotech, Hellboy, Tekken, Zelda and Zoltron amongst hundreds of new incarnations that are intricate, compelling and totally engrossing. Each artist's body of work is introduced personally in a short interview that reveals each individual's interpretation of fantasy. Anyone who appreciates the expressionism of anime, the intricacy of manga and the dynamics of the ever-expanding world of video games will find this book a must have.

Follow this lively and entertaining book as it illuminates the basics of effective character design. Whether male or female, animal, monster or alien — certain rules apply that animate the figure and elevate it from a two-dimensional plane. Knowledge of anatomy and proportion provides a framework and is crucial to attaining a convincing characterization. Facial expressions and body language complement the whole, conveying emotion and intention through subtle nuances of line and form. Utilizing a broad assortment of sketches and finished illustrations, the fundamentals of process are revealed — from the divergent contours of gender to the anthropomorphization of animals, from the constraints of morphology on motion to the effects of environment on new species. A must for working and would-be animators alike!