Mastering the human form for portraiture is one of the most challenging subjects for a beginning artist to learn. Packed with practical instructions, helpful tips, and fundamental techniques, this comprehensive, 144-page drawing book is your essential resource for learning to draw the human form and poses with ease.
The Art of Figure Drawing for Beginners
features
instruction for learning how to render the head, body, and extremities using very basic shapes
, as well as drawing mannequins placed in a variety of configurations. The book's informative,
easy-to-follow
content covers
figure drawing essentials
, including:
An overview of basic anatomy
Natural variations in shape, texture, and proportion
Helpful techniques for rendering humans in single and group poses
Information for working with the tools of the trade
Whether you are a beginning artist, art enthusiast, or serious fine art student,
is
a must-have reference
.
The
Collector's Series
offers approachable, step-by-step art instruction for a variety of mediums and subjects, such as drawing, oil, acrylic, watercolor, cartooning, calligraphy, and more. Perfect for beginning artists, each title features artist tips for drawing or painting anything and everything from people, animals, and still life to flowers, trees, and landscapes.