An Introduction to Drawing the Nude: Anatomy, Proportion, Balance, Movement, Light, Composition - Softcover

Constance, Diana

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0715314254 ISBN 13: 9780715314258

Publisher: David & Charles, 2002

Synopsis

Some of the greatest works of art have been inspired by the nude and it is still one of the most popular subjects for artists. An Introduction to Drawing the Nude will be useful to art students and amateur artists alike. The initial chapters outline all the basic information - the materials you will need, the anatomy and proportions of the male and female form and exercises to help your hand and eye coordination. Further chapters explain how to observe he balance of a figure and draw from the balance line, how to convey movement in a drawing, judge perspective and deal with foreshortening. The effect of light falling on the figure is an important element in any composition and there is information on techniques for representing this, using different media. There are also individual chapters on drawing the head, hands and feet. All the main techniques are demonstrated with step-by-step sequences to show how a drawing progresses. This is an invaluable book which explains clearly the principles behind drawing the nude. In addition it provides plenty of practical information to enable artists to explore all the possibilities of life drawing and build up a wide range of skills.

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About the Author

Diana Constance was born in New York City where she won a scholarship for the Art Students' League, she later continued her studies at the university of New Mexico. She lived in rome for many years and currently lives in London where she teaches at the Camden School of Art. Her work is frequently exhibited and is held in a number of major collections.

Edition details

• Publisher: David & Charles
• Publication date: 2002
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0715314254
• ISBN 13: 9780715314258
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 128