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The Big Book of Cartooning: An adventurous journey into the amazing & awesome world of cartooning! (Big Book Series) Paperback – October 1, 2016

by Dave Garbot (Author)
4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars 11 ratings
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Get started cartooning, and create a wide range of fun, wacky, and unique characters!

The Big Book of Cartooning provides a comprehensive, colorful, and creative guide for young artists-in-training to creating a wide range of cartoon characters. Learn the basics of cartooning, including how to exaggerate features, draw silly expressions, and create over-the-top gestures, as well as how to draw a variety of animals and characters. Featuring a variety of subjects, including quirky people and whimsical animals, as well as fantasy creatures, robots, and space aliens, The Big Book of Cartooning provides the essential techniques for drawing in true cartooning style. Each project starts with a simple shape, such as a circle or an oval, and then builds upon the previous steps toward a finished colored final. Tons of art tips are sprinkled throughout for a comprehensive learning experience, while an interactive format engages children for hours of creative fun.

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  1. Reading age
    5 - 8 years
  2. Print length
    128 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Grade level
    Kindergarten - 3
  5. Lexile measure
    IG640L
  6. Dimensions
    8.75 x 0.5 x 11.75 inches
  7. Publisher
    Walter Foster Jr.
  8. Publication date
    October 1, 2016
  9. ISBN-10
    1633221776
  10. ISBN-13
    978-1633221772
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K-Gr 4—How many eyes should an alien have? What kind of face does a race car driver make in action? Professional illustrator Garbot encourages kids to use imagination and humor when drawing cartoons. Cartoon themes include superheroes, aliens, monsters, animals, sports, and fantasy figures made up of simple shapes such as circles, squares, triangles, and, occasionally, blobs. Ultimately, this is a simple exercise in learning how to draw. Projects are suggested with steps to take toward the finished figure. Blank practice pages follow examples of eyes and mouths, while color wheels teach about using primary, secondary, and complementary colors. Expressions are suggested to show different emotions. The line drawings given as templates are bold and easily traceable, while the color palette is vibrant and inviting. The book encourages readers to add their own ideas to the offered suggestions. VERDICT Kids will want to draw all over this book, so have some scrap paper handy. Consider for art/illustration-centered programming. —Jessica Cline, New York Public Library

About the Author

Dave Garbot is an experienced illustrator who enjoys working with clients to create fun and engaging images for a variety of projects. Relying on his whimsical imagination, humor, and attention to detail, Dave is often called upon for assignments in children's publishing, advertising, character development, stylish lettering, games, and fun maps. His list of clientele includes Barnes & Noble, Harper Collins, Penguin Press, Scholastic, Klutz Press, Sterling Publishing, Addison Wesley, Parenting Press, Carrabba's Restaurants, Hyatt Hotels, McDonald's, the Tribeca Film Festival, and Arnold Worldwide.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Walter Foster Jr.; Csm edition (October 1, 2016)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 128 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1633221776
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1633221772
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 5 - 8 years
  • Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ IG640L
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ Kindergarten - 3
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.38 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8.75 x 0.5 x 11.75 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars 11 ratings

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4.5 out of 5 stars
4.5 out of 5
11 global ratings
So fun to draw from!!!
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So fun to draw from!!!
I'm retired and enjoying spending my time learning to draw. While this book is aimed at children, I so enjoy Dave Garbot's artwork that I knew I had to have it and I have so enjoyed drawing the pictures in it.
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Mary
5.0 out of 5 stars So fun to draw from!!!
Reviewed in the United States on June 30, 2022
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I'm retired and enjoying spending my time learning to draw. While this book is aimed at children, I so enjoy Dave Garbot's artwork that I knew I had to have it and I have so enjoyed drawing the pictures in it.
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5.0 out of 5 stars So fun to draw from!!!
Reviewed in the United States on June 30, 2022
I'm retired and enjoying spending my time learning to draw. While this book is aimed at children, I so enjoy Dave Garbot's artwork that I knew I had to have it and I have so enjoyed drawing the pictures in it.
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KellyW
4.0 out of 5 stars The Big Book Of Cartooning Rated For The First Time
Reviewed in the United States on December 28, 2016
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This is a great book! My mom bought it for me for a Christmas present, and right away I took to drawing the cartoons shown in the book. I haven't tried them all, but the ones I have done so far (a bear, a soccer player, assorted others) have been exciting and inspiring to draw. I already know that I want to be an illustrator when I am older, and this book fuels my imagination for drawing fun pictures.

I did, however, give this book a 4 star rating because some of the drawings (note that I said some) are rather complex and challenging. (BTW I am 12 years old)

Overall, it was a great Christmas present!
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KellyW
4.0 out of 5 stars The Big Book Of Cartooning Rated For The First Time
Reviewed in the United States on December 28, 2016
This is a great book! My mom bought it for me for a Christmas present, and right away I took to drawing the cartoons shown in the book. I haven't tried them all, but the ones I have done so far (a bear, a soccer player, assorted others) have been exciting and inspiring to draw. I already know that I want to be an illustrator when I am older, and this book fuels my imagination for drawing fun pictures.

I did, however, give this book a 4 star rating because some of the drawings (note that I said some) are rather complex and challenging. (BTW I am 12 years old)

Overall, it was a great Christmas present!
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