The Practical Guide to Drawing Figures: [Artist's Workbook]

The human figure is one the most challenging subjects for an artist to tackle, but also one of the most rewarding. In this book, author and artists Barrington Barber guides you throuhg the process of drawing figures, from understanding the structure of the skeleton to showing figures in motion. Whether you are an experienced draughtsman or a complete beginner, the inspiring exercises and handy hints in the book will help you achieve the best results. The Artist's Workbooks are practical guides for artists interested in getting to grips with a particular subject. Other books in the series include: - Drawing Animals - Drawing Caricatures - Drawing Landscapes - Drawing Manga - Drawing Portraits - Drawing Still Life - Drawing Techniques INTRODUCTION PROPORTIONS OF THE HUMAN FIGURE THE SKELETON MUSCULATURE DRAWING FROM LIFE FIGURES IN PERSPECTIVE THE TORSO LEGS ARMS HANDS FEET THE HEAD DIFFERING PROPORTIONS AGEING DIFFERENT APPROACHES COMPOSITION AND POSING DRAWING FRIENDS FIGURES IN INTERIORS AND EXTERIORS DIFFERENT MEDIA