Welcome to a new explanation, in which we will discuss one of the basics of manga making, which is maintaining the consistency of the character and its features when drawing it in chapters, or new paintings within the page, because there are manga artists who suffer from changing the features of the same character, and the reader may imagine that he is watching another character, while in reality, it is one character.
Complete facial planning in manga production
We should begin by drawing a comprehensive sketch of the face, including its size and height, and defining the basic features of the manga character, such as the position of the eyes, nose, and mouth. This sketch helps ensure consistency in dimensions and proportions when drawing the face.
facial contours
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After we draw the outline or as it is known, the ”sketch”, we now draw the places of the curves and folds of the face, such as the jaws and chin. Each character has a unique character, and we must focus on it very much, so that the basic features of the characters are not lost during the making of the manga.
The shape of the nose from the side, and the shape of the chin
The shape of the nose from the side and the chin: When drawing the nose from the side, attention must be paid to details such as the shape of the nose and how it protrudes; some people have a rounded tip, while others have a fine one. There should be a balance between the nose and the chin to achieve a harmonious appearance.
When drawing from the side, keep in mind that the nose should protrude forward compared to the chin.
Maintaining a defined hairline, forehead, and hairstyle
The hairline is a key element that accurately defines the face shape and forehead area. The hairstyle should complement the facial features while maintaining the right amount of forehead space for each character; this is what will distinguish each manga character from the others.
Notice here that we have kept the same forehead area for the character in all scenes, and the same hair border areas.
The geometric shape of the eye
The eyes are the windows to the soul, as they say, so we must give them a precise geometric shape when creating manga. It's best to start with simple shapes during the planning stage, then add details like eyelashes and shadows to achieve consistency in all scenes.
Draw the same geometric shape of the eye in every chapter, page, and panel, to maintain the features.
When drawing the eye, start by sketching a simple, egg-shaped shape for the eyelid. Then, draw the iris and color it with the eye's base color. Don't forget to add shadows around the eye to highlight the details. You can also add details like eyelashes and eyelids to complete your manga eye drawing.
Drawing manga perspective: The best way to draw is from a low angle.
You must consider the basic shape of the eye, whether from the front or the side.
nose drawing from the front
When drawing a nose from the front, you should focus on correct dimensions and proportions. Ideally, the nose should be in proportion to the rest of the facial features and follow the same line as the mouth, i.e., directly above it. Pay attention to details such as the nostrils, the length of the nose, and other elements that distinguish each character from the others.
To draw a nose from the front, you should focus on a few basic elements. First, draw a simple triangular shape to represent the base of the nose. Then add details like the nostrils, which are usually oval, round, or even dotted. Make sure you define the angles well to give the nose a three-dimensional look.
You can also use shading to highlight features, especially the sides and top of the nose, while drawing manga. Remember that noses vary in shape and size from person to person, so try observing the nose you want to draw to get accurate details.
Finally, after we have finished the lesson, now try to draw your own manga page, following these steps exactly, so that you get the desired result, friends, in order to preserve the features of the manga character itself in the scenes, pages and chapters. And now I leave you hoping to meet you soon, God willing.
