Teruko Sakurai

A colour science expert's must-have colouring guide for manga and anime artists! Author Teruko Sakurai, Japan's leading colourist, applies her expert knowledge of colour 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 colours to accurately express their moods and actions. This all-in-one guide...

An indispensable guide to the colours and combinations of contemporary Japanese design—by one of Japan's leading colourists! Colour 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...

Expert colourist Teruko Sakurai takes you to the end of the rainbow—and beyond—in this inspiring colour dictionary! Over 2,750 traditional Japanese colour combinations are presented, organised 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...