Synopsis: Astonishing in detail and staggeringly conceived, Meng Zi’s fantasy characters are a masterclass in conceptual design. Whether you’re looking for a practical reference or an idea generator, as an instructive ‘how-to’ guide, “The Art of Fantasy: A complete step-by-step guide to drawing characters and concept design” is sure to spark your creativity.

Filled from cover to cover with artistic insights and practical exercises, The Art of Fantasy is comprehensive guide that will teach you basic anatomical structure, help you to finesse your own design ideas, and then improve your aesthetic prowess through observation and practice.

Critique: This large format hardcover edition of The Art of Fantasy: A complete and ‘novice artist friendly’ step-by-step guide to drawing characters and concept design by Meng Zi is exceptionally well organized and presented, making it the ideal DIY instructional guide for aspiring artists of fantasy and science fiction figures and background art.

Meng Zi is a freelance illustrator and art teacher, who specializes in character design and development. Renowned in the world of design for gaming and animation, he has contributed to numerous 3D animation projects; his particular eye for combining real-world figures and creatures into convincing fantasy designs mean he is in high demand. The Art of Fantasy is his first book, providing an insight into the creative experiences and techniques of an expert practitioner within this highly competitive creative industry. A bestseller in Meng Zi’s native China, the book has also enjoyed huge international success.