Turn your imagination into manga!
Learn the entire creative process just by watching as a professional illustrator goes from a rough sketch all the way to a completed work!
Turn your imagination into manga!
This online course includes feedback from the pros, individual instruction and support!
Digital Illustration Course Introduction
* This sample has been sped up. You can watch the actual course at regular speed or the speed of your choosing.
Outline and Goals
This course features the entire creative process from illustrator nico using the PaintTool SAI software in video form. The video shows every step of the entire creative process.
That means the video shows the process of how to draw and redraw one page until she has a completed work and what to do when the pen is down and she's thinking.
Points
・Learn all about a professional illustrator's preferences and tricks of the trade by watching their creative process; the rough sketch, line drawing, coloring, and finishing touches!
・Experience for yourself the editing process and many tweaks needed to not just finish a piece, but improve its final quality!
・Learn how to adjust pen tools and the best way to use layers and different functions of the software!
Theme
The theme of this illustration is the Japanese folktale "Momotaro."
This well-known story follows Momotaro, who was born from a peach, and his three comrades, a dog, a monkey, and a pheasant, on their journey to exterminate demons from Onigashima Island.
How would you draw Momotaro?
What Momotaro would you like to see or read about?
nico created her very own Momotaro by adjusting the setting and characters. Please enjoy your journey into the world of Momotaro as it is in this illustrator's imagination.
* About this video tutorial
This tutorial doesn't explain the technicalities of how to use the illustration software.
The main points of the work process are explained in subtitles.
Who This Course is For
・Those who want to improve their illustration skills.
・Those who want to see an illustrator at work (how long they work for, what tools they use, etc).
・Those who want to watch a professional work rather than see an explanation on how to use software.
・Those who use illustration software (aimed at those with experience).
* This course does not explain how to use the software.
What You Will Need
・Illustration software
* In this course, the illustrator uses SAI, but any other application with the same functions can be used.
* There is no explanation on how to use the software in this course, so you need to have experience using illustration software.
Average Study Time
One month
* Just by logging in regularly, you will have unlimited access. You can study anywhere, any time you want!
Tutor
nico
Illustrator
Background:
nico is a graduate JAM Japan Animation and Manga College's Character Design Course. As a freelance illustrator, she is affiliated with multiple companies such as Side Ranch Co. Ltd., Frontier Works Inc., and more.
She currently makes a living creating characters for apps and chibi character goods.
She is also a part-time lecturer for JAM Japan Animation and Manga College.
Course Fees
Number of videos : 33 lessons
Video length : 8 hours 52 minutes
Price : USD 29.9
* This sample has been sped up. You can watch the actual course at regular speed or the speed of your choosing.
Outline and Goals
This video follows illustrator Nekotaro Kurohuzi's creative process!
Not only can you see a professional illustrator's process (from rough draft to final piece), you can also learn how to use tools and functions, and how to draw higher-quality work.
Watch the techniques you want to learn over and over and use them to improve your own skills!
Points
・Learn all about a professional illustrator's preferences and tricks of the trade by watching their creative process; the rough sketch, line drawing, coloring, and finishing touches!
・Experience for yourself the editing process and many tweaks needed to not just finish a piece, but improve its final quality!
・Learn how to adjust pen tools and the best way to use layers and different functions of the software!
Theme
The theme of this illustration is the Japanese folktale "Momotaro."
This well-known story follows Momotaro, who was born from a peach, and his three comrades, a dog, a monkey, and a pheasant, on their journey to exterminate demons from Onigashima Island.
How would you draw Momotaro?
What Momotaro would you like to see or read about?
Nekotaro Kurohuzi created her very own Momotaro by adjusting the setting and characters.
Please enjoy your journey into the world of Momotaro as it is in this illustrator's imagination.
* About this video tutorial
This tutorial doesn't explain the technicalities of how to use the illustration software.
The main points of the work process are explained in subtitles.
Who This Course is For
・Those who want to improve their illustration skills.
・Those who want to see an illustrator at work (how long they work for, what tools they use, etc).
・Those who want to watch a professional work rather than see an explanation on how to use software.
・Those who use illustration software (aimed at those with experience).
* This course does not explain how to use the software.
What You Will Need
・Illustration software.
* In this course, the illustrator uses Photoshop, but any other application with the same functions can be used.
* There is no explanation on how to use the software in this course, so you need to have experience using illustration software.
Average Study Time
One month.
* Just by logging in regularly, you will have unlimited access. You can study anywhere, any time you want!
Tutor
Nekotaro Kurohuzi
Illustrator
Background:
Nekotaro Kurohuzi made her color debut in the 43rd edition of SS illustration magazine. Since then, she has worked for the digital illustration tutorial at SS, and is now the SS Boy's Corner Navigator.
Collection of Work
https://kurohuzi.jimdo.com/
Course Fees
Number of videos : 41 lessons
Video length : 10 hours 25 minutes
Price : USD 29.9
Special bonus!
Celsys, Inc. is offering a serial code which allows you to use CLIP STUDIO PAINT PRO free of charge for three months (paying customers only).
CLIP STUDIO PAINT was the most widely used software on the world’s largest illustration social network, pixiv, in 2017 (results collected by Celsys, Inc., based on the numbers officially released by pixiv).
- ＊ For information on how to use the serial number, please visit the CLIP STUDIO PAINT website.
- ＊ The serial number is for the downloaded version only. Please be aware it will not work with the iPad app.
MANABI JOURNEY Manga Drawing Course Line-up
At MANABI JOURNEY, we've got courses for all levels of experience.
All courses are provided by JAM Japan Animation and Manga College.
Each course has its own special features, so make sure to check out what's on offer!
Comprehensive Course
Learn how to draw manga with this comprehensive course that will help even beginners aim to go pro! (Includes 5 corrections from tutors.)
Advanced Course
An easy-to-understand course aimed at those with experience creating manga. Learn what you have to think about when making manga and the tips and tricks to make it even more interesting and appealing.
Digital Illustration Course
Watch a professional illustrator at work and learn their techniques, so that you can create an illustration starting with the rough sketch until the final piece.
About MANABI JOURNEY
MANABI JOURNEY is an online school.
All courses on MANABI JOURNEY have a standard study period. For example, for the Manga Drawing / Comprehensive Course, this is 12 months. In other words, it usually takes this amount of time to improve your drawing skills and complete the course. However, those who have limited time, such as students and those in employment, can take more time than this if necessary, as long as they periodically take classes. So, rest assured and take your time!
There's no membership fees, enrollment fees, or extension fees! All you have to pay is the course fee.
Membership registration at MANABI JOURNEY is free, and there are no additional fees; all you have to pay is the course fee. What’s more, if you pay by card, you can choose to pay in instalments.
You can meet other students on our exclusive social media platform.
You can meet other students on our exclusive social media platform. We have a forum for those taking courses on MANABI JOURNEY. There, you can chat, ask questions, and get feedback from your fellow students so that you can improve your skills together. Furthermore, depending on the contents of the questions, your tutors will also participate. As this is a platform for students, you don't have to worry about differences in age, gender, or nationality! (You can even choose a nickname to make it even easier to post!)
Work hard with your fellow students, and become the best you can be!
Course Tips
- What kind of course is it?
- It's a comprehensive curriculum put together by the well-established JAM Japan Animation and Manga College, which has produced over 100 professional Mangaka (Manga Artists). This course is designed for those at an intermediate level who want to further develop their digital illustration skills.
- How do I take the course? Do I have to go to a college?
- It's an online course, so you can take lessons anywhere at any time, at your own pace! (You can even use your smart device!)
- I'm busy with work, so I want to take it slowly. Do I have to complete it in one month?
- The standard study period is one month, but there is actually no time limit! (*) Please take the course at your own pace!
*After the standard study period, if you don't log in to your account for over 90 days, it will be invalidated. However, just by logging in once, you can extend this for another 90 days, so if you log in periodically, there is no time limit.
- I don't use Photoshop, but a different illustration program. Can I still take this course?
- This course doesn't describe how to use the illustration software or its useful functions, instead focusing on how to draw, the thought process, and different techniques. Don't worry, you can use your preferred illustration software for this course.
- Does this course teach you how to use Photoshop?
- Unfortunately, this course does not teach you how to use the illustration software. It is aimed at those who have enough experience with digital illustration to know how to use their chosen program.
- What illustration software would you recommend?
- It depends on what your needs are, but in general we would recommend "SAI," "Photoshop," and "CLIP STUDIO" for their fame and ease of use. You can also try certain software for free, so we recommend purchasing after trying them out! Also, if you want to create manga as well as illustrations, we recommend "CLIP STUDIO EX."
- I want to watch lots of different professionals at work. Can I only take the one course?
- We get asked this a lot, so we will be adding more courses to the line up one by one. We aim to create an easy-to-use system where you can take multiple courses at once. Please look forward to it!