Provides step-by-step instructions to draw DC heroes and villains, including Batman, Wonder Woman, and Harley Quinn.

"Step-by-step instructions teach readers how to draw DC super heroes and their friends and enemies"--

- Combines all the drawing information from the individual titles into one reference book- Represents everyone's favorite DC Comics figures--friends and foes alike- Teaches with simple step-by-step instructions and full-color illustrations

The third installment in comics icon Stan Lee's series showing readers how to draw some of the most exciting and dynamic superheroes of all time. Spider-Man, the X-Men, the Fantastic Four, Iron Man, the Incredible Hulk, and the Avengers all share a common trait -- these hugely popular Marvel Comics superheroes were co-created by the legendary Stan Lee. Now, Lee shows readers everything they'll need to make their own mighty superheroes, just like his classic creations. Lee exposes his secret tools and techniques for bringing strong, inspiring heroes and heroines to life. He even shows aspiring creators how to expand their super-universes with evil villains, trusty sidekicks, brutes and monsters, super-pets, secret hideouts, and more! These invaluable insights from one of the greatest superhero creators of all time are must-haves for all fans of Lee's legendary superhero comic work.

Easy-to-follow instructions show readers how to create life-like comic book characters.

Discusses the basic techniques of drawing, proportion, faces and hands, foreshortening, and related topics, and provides hints on drawing Batman, Robin, and their friends and foes

"Simple step-by-step instructions teach readers how to draw Superman and his friends and enemies"--

Never fear, comic fans! The team that brought you Draw the Marvel Heroes and Draw Star Wars The Clone Wars have seen the Bat-Signal, and we know your drawings need some saving. Draw the DC Universe is here to help. This book is a complete how-to-draw package, jammed with expert tips and techniques, tons of practice space, and, of course, a universe of DC characters. They're all here, from the coolest heroes (Superman, batman, Wonder Woman, and Green Lantern) to the vilest villains (the Penguin, Riddler, Mr. Freeze, and the Joker). Learn to draw them all step-by-step: starting with stick figures, filling them out with rough shapes, and adding final details. Then use shadow and perspective to add depth and motion - because we're pretty sure the epic battle of good versus evil requires some action scenes. Altogether, it's everything you need to master the DC universe.

In Stan Lee's How to Draw Comics, Stan Lee reveals his secrets for: * Costumes * Penciling, Inking & Coloring * Lettering & Word Balloons * Digital Advances * Perspective & Foreshortening * What Makes Great Action * Page & Panel Layout * Covers * Creating a Portfolio * Getting Work When it comes to comic books, one name says it all: Stan Lee. His characters are classics. His industry knowledge is vast. His creativity is boundless. And now, he’s sharing what he knows with you, Grasshopper! His cohorts have always been—and still are—some of the best in the business: Jack Kirby, John Romita, Sr., Neal Adams, Gil Kane, Mike Deodato, Jr., Frank Cho, and Jonathan Lau, and many others, Stan includes their work here and discusses what exactly makes it so great. He touches on all the important stuff: anatomy, foreshortening, perspective, action, penciling, inking, hand lettering vs. digital lettering, color, character and costume design, panel flow, materials and tools, computers, file formats, and software. He includes an overview of the history and development of the comic book industry, and there’s an extensive section on various types of covers—the super important element that makes the reader want to pick up that comic! In a world where good battles evil at every turn and the hero fights valiantly to get the girl, no stone is left unturned! Here you’ll also find info on all the small details—that really aren’t so small: word balloons, thought balloons, whisper balloons, bursts, sound effect lettering, and splash pages! And KA-BLAMMM! . . . once you’ve created your art, then what? Lest you think Stan would turn you out into the wilderness without a road map, fellow traveler, there’s also information on preparing and submitting your portfolio, on getting work, and on suggested reading and schools. Stan Lee’s How to Draw Comics features a cover that reunites long time collaborator John Romita Sr. and original cover artist of How to Draw Comics the Marvel Way. John Romita Sr. was most famous for his collaboration on The Amazing Spider-Man with Stan Lee! It’s time for a new approach . . . “a cornucopia of cutting-edge, techno-savvy instructions to lead you down the freshly laid yellow brick road of creativity.” It’s time for a book that takes you on the new journey of creating comic books for the 21st century and beyond! Excelsior!