This series written and drawn by members of The Society for the Study of Manga Techniques takes you step-by-step through the creation and finishing touches of creating a Japanese manga (comic book). Originally written in Japanese and translated into English. Each book covers a different part of the creative process with a humorous approach that is very informative.

This special volume covers color your finished from the choice of paper to protecting your finished work. The COPIC color system is covered in detail. COPIC markers are alcohol-based markers that are used by many manga artists here in Japan.

This volume is also a valuable resource for figure painters. The uses and techniques of shading are covered in great detail. Masking using films and tapes is also covered. Even though the techniques shown are for 2-D art, the basics are applicable for 3-D pieces as well.