Introduces beginning cartoonists and illustrators to the fundamentals of traditional cartooning and animation, illustrative gags ,and joke-writing. From rendering faces and expressions to creating original characters and mastering body shapes and movement, dozens of tips and lessons will help you discover the tools and techniques you need to develop your own unique style. Featuring a combination of creative step-by-step projects and open practice pages, learning the basics of cartooning and illustration has never felt so creative and approachable.