Fashion Drawing For Dummies
The fast and fun way to sketch stylish, long-limbed figuresIf you like fashion and you like to doodle, you've come to the right place. Fashion Drawing For Dummies walks you through the process of preparing creative illustrations of men, women, and children wearing everything from sweats and jeans to cocktail dresses and tuxes, along with eye-catching accessories to complete the look. With some practice — and the tips and techniques you'll find in this friendly guide — you'll be on your way to illustrating your own fashion designs in no time.Find your footing — get a grip on the basics of figure drawing and make a list of the fun art supplies you'll need to set up your studioCreate a core — follow step-by-step diagrams to draw fabulous torsos, arms, legs, hands, feet, faces, and hairThe "Golden Rules" — master the must-have skills related to proportion, symmetry, body language, and movement to make your drawings look playful or sexy, tough or whimsicalPlay dress-up — find out how to dress your figure in the latest styles, along with tips on draping, texture, and patternsOpen the book and find:Details on line and shape techniques, shading, and freehand drawingThe four fashion viewsWhy head-to-toe exaggeration is keyHow to convey attitude and movement through body languageTips on taking risks and developing your own styleGuidance on building your design portfolioTen ways to kick-start your careerLearn to:Create long, lean fashion models, step by step, from head to toeDraw shirts, pants, and amazing accessories for men, women, and childrenAdd details to your illustrations with texture, patterns, and printsChoose the right illustrations to include in your portfolio