Figure Drawing For Dummies
Your hands-on guide to drawing the human figure and bringing it to lifeWant to draw the human body? This step-by-step guide gives you clear instructions and examples coupled with expert tips that show you how to draw the body in a variety of poses. Whether you're a professional illustrator, an art student, or a hobbyist, you'll find the techniques you need to capture the human form.Get a grip on the basics — drawing exercises show you how to work with lines, curves, shapes, light, shadows, and blendingOff to a head start — draw the components of the head, facial features, muscle structure, and hairstylesBuild the body — examine bone structure and shape, create stick figures, depict muscles, and draw the body in motionStrike dynamic and casual poses — from running, jumping, and climbing to sitting, stretching, and moreAccessorize your figures — draw textures, patterns, and folds, and add basic clothing and shoesOpen the book and find:The drawing supplies you needHow to set up your studioThe differences between drawing adults and childrenStep-by-step illustrations and examplesTips for forming facial expressionsAdvanced drawing techniques, including shadingHow to work with composition and perspectiveAdvice on fixing mistakesPlaces to present and archive your work