An indispensable guide to the colors and combinations of contemporary Japanese design—by one of Japan's leading colorists!Color consultant Teruko Sakurai finds inspiration everywhere—in the foods, landscapes and everyday objects of her native land. Flipping through the pages of this book is like taking a tour through modern Japan. The tones, hues and palettes will dazzle and inspire you.Over 3,300 different color combinations are presented in over 125 different themes. Each two-page section in this book presents a different theme with the following information:An introduction giving a brief background on the color scheme and a description of how it can be usedA number-coded nine-color palette board showing the range of shades and hues that complement and comprise the schemeCMYK, RGB and HEX (the color code used in Japan) references for all nine colors26 examples including two- and three-color combinations with photos and illustrationsThis is an indispensable guide for graphic designers, illustrators, decorators, artists and publishing professionals. It will also be enjoyable and inspiring for readers planning their own home design or art projects.

Expert colorist Teruko Sakurai takes you to the end of the rainbow--and beyond--in this inspiring color dictionary!Over 2,750 traditional Japanese color combinations are presented, organized into 100 different themes associated with the seasons, landscapes and artistic heritage of Japan. Whether it''s a shower of pink cherry blossoms, the flutter of a carp flap or the austere and cool tones of Mt. Fuji, flipping the pages of this color dictionary is like taking a stroll through the sensual delights of Japanese culture in all its dazzling tones, hues and palettes.Each two-page section in this richly-illustrated book presents a different theme with the following information:An introduction to the color scheme and a description of how it can be usedA number-coded nine-color palette board showing the range of shades and hues that complement and comprise the schemeCMYK, RGB and HEX (the color code used in Japan) references for all nine colors26 examples including two- and three-color combinations with photos and illustrationsThis is an indispensable guide for graphic designers, illustrators, decorators, artists and publishing professionals. It will also be enjoyable and inspiring for readers planning their own home design or art projects.

An indispensable guide to the colors and combinations of contemporary Japanese design--by one of Japan''s leading colorists!Color consultant Teruko Sakurai finds inspiration everywhere--in the foods, landscapes and everyday objects of her native land. Flipping through the pages of this book is like taking a tour through modern Japan. The tones, hues and palettes will dazzle and inspire you.Over 3,300 different color combinations are presented in over 125 different themes. Each two-page section in this book presents a different theme with the following information:An introduction giving a brief background on the color scheme and a description of how it can be usedA number-coded nine-color palette board showing the range of shades and hues that complement and comprise the schemeCMYK, RGB and HEX (the color code used in Japan) references for all nine colors26 examples including two- and three-color combinations with photos and illustrationsThis is an indispensable guide for graphic designers, illustrators, decorators, artists and publishing professionals. It will also be enjoyable and inspiring for readers planning their own home design or art projects.

A color science expert''s must-have coloring guide for manga and anime artists!Author Teruko Sakurai, Japan''s leading colorist, applies her expert knowledge of color to drawing effective anime and manga. Starting with the basics, Sakurai shares her secrets on how to provide your characters and scenes with the right colors to accurately express their moods and actions. This all-in-one guide allows you to become a skilled colorist in just a few easy lessons.Here are just some of the key topics presented in this all-in-one handbook:How to select the right hair and eye colors to express the personality and mood of a characterThe basics of color theory and how to match the color palette of a scene with the story being toldColor''s role in conveying emotion-- and the essential colors used to capture a particular moodHundreds of palette color combinations and swatches with CMYK and RGB percentagesThis book shows you how to become a skilled digital colorist just by following a few simple guidelines--and how to refine your illustrations further using professional-level digital shading and coloration techniques. With hundreds of tips and sample palettes to refer to, Anime & Manga Digital Coloring Guide is a book every manga and anime artist will want to have!

Expert colorist Teruko Sakurai takes you to the end of the rainbow—and beyond—in this inspiring color dictionary!Over 2,750 traditional Japanese color combinations are presented, organized into 100 different themes associated with the seasons, landscapes and artistic heritage of Japan. Whether it's a shower of pink cherry blossoms, the flutter of a carp flap or the austere and cool tones of Mt. Fuji, flipping the pages of this color dictionary is like taking a stroll through the sensual delights of Japanese culture in all its dazzling tones, hues and palettes.Each two-page section in this richly-illustrated book presents a different theme with the following information:An introduction to the color scheme and a description of how it can be usedA number-coded nine-color palette board showing the range of shades and hues that complement and comprise the schemeCMYK, RGB and HEX (the color code used in Japan) references for all nine colors26 examples including two- and three-color combinations with photos and illustrationsThis is an indispensable guide for graphic designers, illustrators, decorators, artists and publishing professionals. It will also be enjoyable and inspiring for readers planning their own home design or art projects.

An indispensable guide to the colors and combinations of contemporary Japanese design—by one of Japan's leading colorists!Color consultant Teruko Sakurai finds inspiration everywhere—in the foods, landscapes and everyday objects of her native land. Flipping through the pages of this book is like taking a tour through modern Japan. The tones, hues and palettes will dazzle and inspire you.Over 3,300 different color combinations are presented in over 125 different themes. Each two-page section in this book presents a different theme with the following information:An introduction giving a brief background on the color scheme and a description of how it can be usedA number-coded nine-color palette board showing the range of shades and hues that complement and comprise the schemeCMYK, RGB and HEX (the color code used in Japan) references for all nine colors26 examples including two- and three-color combinations with photos and illustrationsThis is an indispensable guide for graphic designers, illustrators, decorators, artists and publishing professionals. It will also be enjoyable and inspiring for readers planning their own home design or art projects.

Expert colorist Teruko Sakurai takes you to the end of the rainbow--and beyond--in this inspiring color dictionary!Over 2,750 traditional Japanese color combinations are presented, organized into 100 different themes associated with the seasons, landscapes and artistic heritage of Japan. Whether it''s a shower of pink cherry blossoms, the flutter of a carp flap or the austere and cool tones of Mt. Fuji, flipping the pages of this color dictionary is like taking a stroll through the sensual delights of Japanese culture in all its dazzling tones, hues and palettes.Each two-page section in this richly-illustrated book presents a different theme with the following information:An introduction to the color scheme and a description of how it can be usedA number-coded nine-color palette board showing the range of shades and hues that complement and comprise the schemeCMYK, RGB and HEX (the color code used in Japan) references for all nine colors26 examples including two- and three-color combinations with photos and illustrationsThis is an indispensable guide for graphic designers, illustrators, decorators, artists and publishing professionals. It will also be enjoyable and inspiring for readers planning their own home design or art projects.

An indispensable guide to the colors and combinations of contemporary Japanese design--by one of Japan''s leading colorists!Color consultant Teruko Sakurai finds inspiration everywhere--in the foods, landscapes and everyday objects of her native land. Flipping through the pages of this book is like taking a tour through modern Japan. The tones, hues and palettes will dazzle and inspire you.Over 3,300 different color combinations are presented in over 125 different themes. Each two-page section in this book presents a different theme with the following information:An introduction giving a brief background on the color scheme and a description of how it can be usedA number-coded nine-color palette board showing the range of shades and hues that complement and comprise the schemeCMYK, RGB and HEX (the color code used in Japan) references for all nine colors26 examples including two- and three-color combinations with photos and illustrationsThis is an indispensable guide for graphic designers, illustrators, decorators, artists and publishing professionals. It will also be enjoyable and inspiring for readers planning their own home design or art projects.

A color science expert''s must-have coloring guide for manga and anime artists!Author Teruko Sakurai, Japan''s leading colorist, applies her expert knowledge of color to drawing effective anime and manga. Starting with the basics, Sakurai shares her secrets on how to provide your characters and scenes with the right colors to accurately express their moods and actions. This all-in-one guide allows you to become a skilled colorist in just a few easy lessons.Here are just some of the key topics presented in this all-in-one handbook:How to select the right hair and eye colors to express the personality and mood of a characterThe basics of color theory and how to match the color palette of a scene with the story being toldColor''s role in conveying emotion-- and the essential colors used to capture a particular moodHundreds of palette color combinations and swatches with CMYK and RGB percentagesThis book shows you how to become a skilled digital colorist just by following a few simple guidelines--and how to refine your illustrations further using professional-level digital shading and coloration techniques. With hundreds of tips and sample palettes to refer to, Anime & Manga Digital Coloring Guide is a book every manga and anime artist will want to have!

Expert colorist Teruko Sakurai takes you to the end of the rainbow—and beyond—in this inspiring color dictionary!Over 2,750 traditional Japanese color combinations are presented, organized into 100 different themes associated with the seasons, landscapes and artistic heritage of Japan. Whether it's a shower of pink cherry blossoms, the flutter of a carp flap or the austere and cool tones of Mt. Fuji, flipping the pages of this color dictionary is like taking a stroll through the sensual delights of Japanese culture in all its dazzling tones, hues and palettes.Each two-page section in this richly-illustrated book presents a different theme with the following information:An introduction to the color scheme and a description of how it can be usedA number-coded nine-color palette board showing the range of shades and hues that complement and comprise the schemeCMYK, RGB and HEX (the color code used in Japan) references for all nine colors26 examples including two- and three-color combinations with photos and illustrationsThis is an indispensable guide for graphic designers, illustrators, decorators, artists and publishing professionals. It will also be enjoyable and inspiring for readers planning their own home design or art projects.