How to Draw Facial Expressions – Hisashi Kagawa teaches you

Animator Hisashi Kagawa, known for his work as a character designer and animation director on numerous anime productions, reveals his approach to thinking about and drawing facial expressions, covering everything from fundamentals to practical techniques.

[Packed with Essential Knowledge for Drawing Emotions]
– A comprehensive introduction to the basics of facial expression depiction.
– Techniques for conveying subtle emotions effectively.
– A wide variety of example illustrations showcasing different expression patterns.

[Special Features]
– A case study using “Fresh Precure!” character designs.
– A roundtable discussion with animators Hisashi Kagawa, Ikuko Itoh, and Katsumi Tamegai.

[Two Exclusive Bonuses]
– Facial Expression Drawing Guide Video: A subtitled tutorial providing concrete drawing tips.
– Expression Transition Animation Video: A demonstration of changing expressions, from crying to laughing to anger.

[Contents]
Chapter 1: Basics of Facial Expressions
Chapter 2: Types of Expressions
Chapter 3: Directing Emotions
Chapter 4: Expression Case Studies

[Bonus Articles]
Inside the Industry: The Character Design Process for “Fresh Precure!”
Animator Roundtable: Hisashi Kagawa × Ikuko Itoh × Katsumi Tamegai