The art of figure drawing for beginners | gecko keck

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 books informative, easy-to-follow content covers figure drawing essentials, including: An overview of basic anatomyNatural variations in shape, texture, and proportionHelpful techniques for rendering humans in single and group posesInformation for working with the tools of the trade.

Whether you are a beginning artist, art enthusiast, or serious fine art student, The Art of Figure Drawing for Beginners is a must-have reference.

The Collectors 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.