Kawaii Sensei’s Guide to Character Pose Drawing Book (Korean Edition)

All About Comic Theory and Practice for Aspiring Webtoon Artists

Currently serving as a professor in the Department of Comics and Animation, the author brings together over 40 years of experience as a comic artist and many years of teaching to share both theory and practice. This book focuses on the fundamentals of direction—the most crucial element in comic composition. Reflecting the latest trends in modern comics and addressing the gaps left by earlier publications, this updated edition has been thoroughly revised.

Unlike other art forms, comics demand diversity. Since the essence of comic art lies in applying the core elements of writing and drawing, it requires a wide range of talents and sensitivities from the artist. To this, the author emphasizes the indispensable role of direction—the power to drive the story forward and the very first tool of visual communication. Still, direction must not be mistaken for the entirety of the work. Only by understanding the broader context of comic art can the meaning and value of direction be fully realized.

Starting with the history of comic art, this book explores in detail the principles and practices of lines, characters, speech balloons, symbols, composition, storyboards, and more. It serves as a comprehensive guidebook in comic direction for aspiring artists who are taking their first steps with passion and ambition.