Cartooning+and+Anime+in+AP+Art

Many students have asked about AP Central's position on cartoon art including anime and manga. AP Central has posted an article pertaining to this. Here's the link to the anime article on AP Central: [|Here is the link:] http://apcentral.collegeboard.com/apc/members/courses/teachers_corner/37027.html

Anime reflects a global and cultural style of art. The biggest problem in creating original work would be saying something new with Anime figures. Students who wish to work in the style are encouraged to develop characters around themselves and their friends. The same is true for super heroes, high fantasy, and other super-popular genres of the time.