The Figurative Artist's Handbook: A Contemporary Guide to Figure Drawing, Painting, and Composition

Zeller, Robert

ISBN 10: 1580934528 / ISBN 13: 9781580934527

Published by Monacelli Studio, 2017

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Inscribed and signed by author on front end flap. Near fine inside and good outside account of a few dings to board edges. Maybe an angry artist? Jacket is good with some perimeter wear and flared top and bottom edges. See pictures for further details, description. Seller Inventory # 4590

Bibliographic Details

Title: The Figurative Artist's Handbook: A ...

Publisher: Monacelli Studio

Publication Date: 2017

Binding: Hardcover

Condition: Good

Dust Jacket Condition: Good

Signed: Signed by Author

Edition: 1st Edition.

About this title

Synopsis:

This handbook combines three "schools of thought" regarding figure drawing that are, at least on the surface, at odds with each other. But with his vast teaching experience, Zeller has seen that on a deeper level they are very compatible. Such a synthesis leads to a more complete understanding of the figure. Although this comprehensive approach is reflected in contemporary art and art education, no book has ever combined all three before. Gestural: The dynamic, gestural, rhythmic understanding of the figure as practiced by the great Mannerists of the Renaissance. This philosophy emphasizes life and rhythm in the human form. Rooted in the 16th and 17th centuries. Structural: A solid architectural understanding of the structure and anatomy of the body as the basis for building solid figure drawings. Rooted in the 20th and 21st centuries. Atelier Method: A beautiful, careful, detailed understanding of surface morphology of the figure. Smooth surface rendering. Very sensual. Rooted in the 18th and 19th centuries. This fresh, modern treatment of the subject will be eagerly received by today's artists and art students.

Review:

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