Figure Drawing for Artists

• Author : Steve Huston
• Publisher : Unknown
• Release : 01 June 2016

How often does an aspiring artist read a book or take a class on drawing the human body, only to end up with page after page of stiff lifeless marks rather than the well-conceived figure the course promised? Though there are many books on drawing the human figure, none teach how to draw a figure from the first few marks of the quick sketch to the last virtuosic stroke of the finished masterpiece, let alone through a convincing, easy-to-understand method.

• Author : Chris Legaspi
• Publisher : Rockport Publishers
• Release : 10 December 2019

Life Drawing for Artists teaches a contemporary approach to figure drawing that includes both the familiar poses—standing, sitting, lying down—but also how to capture figures in movement and in more dynamic and engaging positions. Author Chris Legaspi is a dedicated, life-long artist and admired instructor who is known for his dynamic figurative drawings and paintings, and as a successful illustrator in the entertainment industry. Whether you are an aspiring illustrator, art student, or a professional artist looking to

• Author : Peter Boerboom,Tim Proetel
• Publisher : Unknown
• Release : 01 July 2017

Simple methods teach how to draw figures. When we try to draw a person, we are quickly confronted with various challenges. The proportions need to be correct, the attitude must be clear and vivid, the face should show resemblance and also be expressive. Such a task takes courage. Yet a little practice and training quickly lead to the ability to draw figures in a wide variety of styles. A figure in a particular posture can be assembled with a few

• Author : Anthony Ryder
• Publisher : Watson-Guptill
• Release : 02 March 2014

Many of us want to learn “how to draw.” But as artist Anthony Ryder explains, it’s much more important to learn what to draw. In other words, to observe and draw what we actually see, rather than what we think we see. When it comes to drawing the human figure, this means letting go of learned ideas and expectation of what the figure should look like. It means carefully observing the interplay of form and light, shape and line,

• Author : Barrington Barber
• Publisher : Arcturus Publishing
• Release : 25 October 2018

Of all the genres in art, figure drawing is the oldest. From the figures painted on the walls of ancient caves to modern-day representations of everyday people, artists have always sought to perfect their depictions of family, friends, and others around them. In Drawing Figures, teacher and artist Barrington Barber begins his exploration of this area of art with anatomy and encompasses all aspects of figure drawing, showing you how to make the best of your talents. • Includes information on

• Author : John Vanderpoel
• Publisher : Stellar Editions
• Release : 09 March 2016

Vanderpoel's The Human Figure: Life Drawing for Artists is the classic standard art school resource, featuring many of his best drawings based on his teaching at the Art Institute of Chicago. Vanderpoel developed a reputation as one of America's foremost authorities on figure drawing, and The Human Figure featured his pencil and charcoal drawings, and became a standard textbook for art school students.

• Author : Allan Kraayvanger
• Publisher : Unknown
• Release : 13 April 2021

A practical and complete guide to oil painintg materials in today's market, with a focus on technique and deriving the best results from the medium. Includes many detailed demonstrations.

• Author : Glenn Fabry
• Publisher : Unknown
• Release : 13 April 2021

The author offers a primer in drawing the human form, focusing particular attention on musculature in eight hundred drawings taken directly from his own sketchbook, accompanied by his own commentary. Original.

• Author : David H. Ross
• Publisher : Watson-Guptill
• Release : 28 July 2015

Draw the Human Figure Anywhere, Anytime For today’s in-demand comic creators, animators, video game artists, concept designers, and more, being able to quickly draw the human figure in a variety of action-packed poses is a requirement. But what do you do if you don’t have models or photographic reference readily available? In Freehand Figure Drawing for Illustrators, artist and instructor David H. Ross provides an alternative solution, showing you how to master freehand figure drawing without visual reference

• Author : John Raynes
• Publisher : Bonanza Books
• Release : 13 April 1986

Examines the human form from the artist's point of view and covers the basic principles of drawing the figure, with consideration of shape, weight, and balance

• Author : Robert Zeller
• Publisher : The Monacelli Press, LLC
• Release : 13 April 2021

Written by a well-known artist and expert instructor, The Figurative Artist's Handbook offers a comprehensive, contemporary approach to the subject that instructs artists on the foundation basics and advanced techniques they need for successful figure drawing and painting. In addition to Zeller's stunning drawings and paintings, the work of over 50 of today's top practicing artists is included, so that the book will do double-duty as a hard-working how-to book and a visual treasure trove of some of the finest figurative

• Author : Juliette Aristides
• Publisher : Monacelli Studio
• Release : 17 September 2019

Figure Drawing Atelier offers a comprehensive, contemporary twist to the very traditional atelier approach to the methods that instruct artists on the techniques they need to successfully draw and ultimately paint the figure. The book offers art instruction, practical and progressive lessons on drawing the figure, and high-quality sketchbook paper in a beautiful package that includes blank pages for sketching and copying. Artists will then have a record of their process, like with a sketchbook, which many artists like to

• Author : Cortina Famous Schools Staff
• Publisher : Macmillan
• Release : 15 September 1990

Introduces drawing materials and techniques, describes the physical structure of the human body, and offers tips on capturing gesture, form, motion, and shading in figure studies

• Author : Kan Muftic
• Publisher : 3dtotal Publishing
• Release : 13 June 2017

Figure Drawing for Concept Artists is the essential life drawing primer for concept artists, by respected industry practitioner Kan Muftic.

• Author : Patrick J. Jones,Julie Bell
• Publisher : Unknown
• Release : 01 August 2018

The book is an in-depth exploration of life drawing--covering gesture, short and long poses, foreshortening and contrapposto, and more--and delves into its more challenging aspects: such as measuring with rhythm, drawing with feeling, and developing a style. Packed with step-by-step, all-new drawing demonstrations and insightful commentary, the book also includes Patrick's most recent anatomy and drawing study sheets, which feature essential notation, style tips, and at-a-glance memory clues. This re-creation of the artist's successful live drawing workshops will enable both