Legaspi, Chris
Life Drawing for Artists: Understanding Figure Drawing Through Poses, Postures, and Lighting (For Artists)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781631598012
- author:
- Legaspi, Chris
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Rockport Publishers Inc.
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2019
- Pages:
- 176
- Dimensions:
- 27.9 x 21.6 centimetres
- Genre:
- Arts & Photography, Art, Techniques,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Master the fundamentals of figure drawing with a fresh approach to life drawing. This comprehensive guide covers both traditional poses and dynamic movements, helping you to build your skills and breathe drama into your figures.
Author Chris Legaspi shares his expertise, drawing on his experience as a dedicated artist and instructor, to show you how to combine fundamental building blocks such as gesture lines, shape and design, structure, value control, and edge or line control. You'll learn to draw figures in different views, understand perspective, and tackle various lighting conditions.
With a focus on both quick timed drawings and longer detailed pieces, this book provides a thorough exploration of life drawing, covering a wide range of pose scenarios and active movements. Whether you're an aspiring illustrator, art student, or professional artist looking to develop your skills, this guide is an invaluable resource for anyone looking to improve their figure drawing abilities.