Books like Draw Animation by Paul Hardman

A comprehensive guide to animation technique and practice, ideal for beginners and experts alike.

"Until now, animators who have wanted to learn about acting have had no option but to study the subject side by side with stage and movie actors, a group that uses acting techniques in a wholly different way. Ed Hooks offers a better alternative with Acting for Animators, the first book about acting theory and technique written specifically for the animator.". "Animators need to know a lot about acting, but they don't need to know everything. Acting for Animators sorts out the acting theory that animators need, presenting it in a form and with references that are more relevant to the animator's world. It explores the connections between thinking and physical action, between thinking and emotion; it provides the steps for an effective character analysis and the dynamics of a scene. Using references to animation and live action, acting principles are highlighted and explained. Plus, the accompanying CD-ROM provides explicit examples, including videoclips of improvs based on the seven essentials of acting and highlights of Rudolph Laban's movement theory."--BOOK JACKET.

A comprehensive guide and history of the field of animation.

Step-by-step instructions using well-known Looney Tunes characters demonstrate the techniques used in drawing figures and creating action for animation.

An essential guide for artists and viewers alike, this book traces the evolution of animated cartoons from early optical toys to sophisticated filmmaking, explaining techniques, apparatus, and practical shortcuts for creating motion on screen.

A guide that explains various types of cartoons and the fundamentals of creating them, including a concise overview of the animation process.

Learn the fundamentals of manga illustration with a clear, step‑by‑step guide covering facial expressions, backgrounds, action scenes, cel creation, and computer animation techniques.