Drawing the Nude

Drawing the Nude
Author: Stuart Elliot
Publisher: Crowood
Total Pages: 365
Release: 2014-10-31
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1847978258

Drawing the Nude presents an exciting approach to drawing the human body. Divided into three parts, on structure, anatomy and observation, it introduces a set of principles and develops a treasury of ideas for the artist to follow. Whilst recognizing the importance of observation, it focuses more on a conceptual understanding of the construction of the body in anatomical terms. In doing so, it encourages the cultivation of more informed observation and accommodates those who work from memory, imagination and invention. Contents: the drawing of elementary forms that can then be distorted, transformed and combined, leading on to compound forms; explains the use of light and shadows to express form; explains the gesture of the figure through short drawings that analyse the flow of movement through the body; studies the musculo-skeletal form and provides a set of tools for analysing its parts; uses direct and concise drawings, alongside images of digital sculptures of human anatomy; gives practical instruction relevant to both the novice and the experienced figure artist, as well as those working within the visual effects and game industries.Superbly illustrated with 199 images that include digital sculptures of human anatomy and concise drawings.

Drawing the Female Nude

Drawing the Female Nude
Author: Giovanni Civardi
Publisher: Cassell Illustrated
Total Pages: 136
Release: 1995
Genre: Art
ISBN: 9780289800904

“To paint, draw, or sculpt the human figure is one of the most demanding of artistic problems.... Explores the artistic possibilities and particular problems of female bodies.”—Library Journal.

Great Drawings of Nudes

Great Drawings of Nudes
Author: Carol Belanger Grafton
Publisher: Courier Corporation
Total Pages: 50
Release: 2003-01-01
Genre: Art
ISBN: 9780486427669

An impressive sampling of life drawings by 45 of the art world's greatest masters displays the styles of figure drawing across five centuries, from Dürer and Michelangelo to Modigliani and Derain. Featured artists include Raphael, Rubens, van Dyck, Hogarth, Constable, Ingres, Gauguin, Matisse, Rodin, and others. 45 black-and-white illustrations. Captions.

Drawing the Male Nude

Drawing the Male Nude
Author: Giovanni Civardi
Publisher: National Geographic Books
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2017-09-04
Genre: Art
ISBN: 1782214615

Giovanni Civardi breaks down the complex process of drawing the male nude, from making rudimentary choices about framing, lighting and the most appropriate drawing tools, to rendering detailed and anatomically accurate artworks. Civardis own masterful drawings provide an excellent touchstone for the artist wanting to explore the depiction of the male body, and his studies of numerous poses cover all aspects of life drawing. Civardi takes a pragmatic, almost scientific, approach to teaching the subject, combining basic physics with artistic interpretation. Drawing the Male Nude also touches upon the significant anatomical differences between the male and the female form, but these are also covered in some detail in the companion to this title, Drawing the Female Nude.

Drawing and Painting the Nude

Drawing and Painting the Nude
Author: Philip Tyler
Publisher: Crowood
Total Pages: 473
Release: 2015-11-23
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1785000489

Artists have always been fascinated with portraying the nude: the beauty and nuances of the human figure are endlessly absorbing. This practical and inspirational book celebrates and continues that enduring and beautiful tradition by encouraging you to discover your own talent and style. Philip Tyler looks in detail at the key skills and themes, such as perception, proportion, composition, colour and facture, that the artist needs. He then investigates ideas and styles, and encourages you to interpret the nude so your paintings have those elusive qualities of vitality and relevance, which can turn a painting into a masterpiece. He explores the practical, technical and philosophical problems of drawing and painting the nude, with exercises to support each lesson and over 300 images illustrate the text. Aimed at both novices and art graduates, this practical and inspirational guide is illustrated throughout with 320 colour images and there are exercises to support the fifty lessons.

Figure Drawing Step by Step

Figure Drawing Step by Step
Author: Wendon Blake
Publisher: Courier Corporation
Total Pages: 86
Release: 1998-06-01
Genre: Art
ISBN: 0486402002

Profusely illustrated volume provides thorough exposition of fundamental stages in executing a figure drawing-from simple standing and seated figures to more complex ones (bending, kneeling, twisting and crouching figures). Over 175 illustrations accompany demonstrations, showing how to establish major forms, refine lines for increased accuracy, block in broad shadow areas and finish the work by polishing contours, strengthening shadows, and adding details. Clear practical advice for beginners; an excellent sourcebook of valuable insights for experienced artists.

The Nude Sketchbook

The Nude Sketchbook
Author: Ilex
Publisher: Ilex Press
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2017-09-05
Genre: Art
ISBN: 9781781574881

Copying is how we learn. It is the oldest, grandest tradition and essential to an artist's development. Featuring 20 masterpieces by Michelangelo, Modigliani, Matisse and more, The Nude Sketchbook is the first in an innovative new series that combines careful study with independent expression. Each image is paired with a helpful prompt offered by iconic artists, critics and art historians, with plenty of blank space to practice and explore within the theme. Complete with a brief history of life drawing and an introduction to the draughtsman's toolkit, this guided sketchbook equips artists with everything necessary to develop their style and skills. Collect the whole series to broaden your artistic lexicon.

Nude: The Job of Figure Drawing

Nude: The Job of Figure Drawing
Author: Jim Silke
Publisher: Dark Horse Comics
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2011-06-21
Genre: Art
ISBN: 159582409X

In the world of contemporary pin-up art, few artists can capture the sexy essence of a gorgeous woman as well and as wonderfully as Jim Silke. For years Silke's signature luscious paintings and sensuous drawings have delighted the hearts and eyes of everyone who appreciates the beauty and grace of the female form, as portrayed in his other bestselling art books, including Bettie Page, Queen of Hearts and Pin-Up: The Illegitimate Art. This time, the pin-up master strips his subjects of dress and other distractions to better reveal the delicious details that are usually hidden from admiring eyes. And, as fans have come to expect from the gentleman genius behind the brush, Silke adorns his intoxicating imagery with sage insight and cunning wit, as he recounts his long and exceedingly happy career flirting with fine art and foxy women.

The Human Form

The Human Form
Author: Giovanni Civardi
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2011
Genre: Anatomy, Artistic
ISBN: 9781844486014

Offers instruction in drawing and painting the nude and partially-clothed human figure in both wet and dry media.