Part human, part animal -- all fantastic!
Veteran illustrator Ryo Sumiyoshi stretches the boundaries of fantasy human-animal hybrids in his new book--presenting not just the usual jungle beasties but a fascinating array of strange and unusual creatures found nowhere else! Sumiyoshi's extensive sketchbook ideas, drawing tips and full-colour examples combine insights on body structures and movement with conceptual sketches and notes linking physical attributes to personality and behaviour.
- Anthropomorphic furries based on the classic dog, cat, fox and werewolf-type characters
- Humans with animal features like a hunter with a bushy tail and the crafty face of a cat
- Animals with human features, for example a six-legged tiger with a human face
- Animal-to-animal hybrids including a snake-fox and a griffin-esque chimera
These creatures boast mix-and-match fangs, beaks, paws, claws, fur, fins, feathers, scales and plates paired with expressive human attributes. And they come from every branch of the animal kingdom--from mammals to birds, reptiles, fish and insects--and everything in between.
This is the ultimate sourcebook for anyone interested in fantasy creature design!
Ryo Sumiyoshi is an experienced Japanese manga author and illustrator. His works include: Ashidaka: The Iron Hero, Kinniku X Jingai BL, MADK, Ishu Renai Monogatarishuu, Jimba, Our Torsos Align: Human x Monster Love and others. He worked for video game company Capcom, where he was a 3D-character modeler. During his time at Capcom he worked on Monster Hunter 3, Monster Hunter 4 and Monster Hunter X.