CHAPTER
01
Understanding Manga Hair
How Hair Influences Characters & Scenes
Expressing Personality
A character’s hairstyle can suggest their personality just as much as their clothing. Paired with a strong facial expression, you can assume a lot about the character’s intent in a scene. Looking at the characters here, what do you think their hair says about them?
Long wavy hair with braids lifted up halfway
Bouncy, slicked back style
Short hair with bangs
Twin ponytails ...
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