Artists Complete Guide to Figure Drawing, The: A Contemporary Perspective on the

Description: Artists Complete Guide to Figure Drawing, The by Anthony Ryder This solid system for approaching figure drawing enables artists of all levels to achieve surprising new heights of expertise in depicting the human form. 200 illustrations. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Many of us want to learn "how to draw." But as artist Anthony Ryder explains, its much more important to learn what to draw. In other words, to observe and draw what we actually see, rather than what we think we see. When it comes to drawing the human figure, this means letting go of learned ideas and expectation of what the figure should look like. It means carefully observing the interplay of form and light, shape and line, that combine to create the actual appearance of human form. In "The Artists Complete Guide to Figure Drawing," amateur and experienced artists alike are guided toward this new way of seeing and drawing the figure with a three-step drawing method.The books progressive course starts with the block-in, an exercise in seeing and establishing the figures shape. It then build to the contour, a refined line drawing that represents the figures silhouette. The last step is tonal work on the inside of the contour, when light and shadow are shaped to create the illusion of form. Separate chapters explore topics critical to the method: gesture, which expresses a sense of living energy to the figure; light, which largely determines how we see the model; and form, which conveys the figures volume and mass. Examples, step-by-steps, and special "tips" offer helpful hints and practical guidance throughout.Lavishly illustrated with the authors stunning artwork, "The Artists Complete Guide to Figure Drawing" combines solid instruction with thoughtful meditations on the art of drawing, to both instruct and inspire artists of all levels. Back Cover Many of us want to learn "how to draw." But as artist Anthony Ryder explains, its much more important to learn what to draw. In other words, to observe and draw what we actually see, rather than what we think we see. When it comes to drawing the human figure, this means letting go of learned ideas and expectations of what the figure should look like. It means carefully observing the interplay of form and light, shape and line, that combine to create the actual appearance of human form. In The Artists Complete Guide to Figure Drawing, amateur and experienced artists alike are guided toward this new way of seeing and drawing the figure with a three-step drawing method. The books progressive course starts with the block-in, an exercise in seeing and establishing the figures shape. It then builds to the contour, a refined line drawing that represents the figures silhouette. The last step is tonal work on the inside of the contour, when light and shadow are shaped to create the illusion of form. Separate chapters explore topics critical to the method: gesture, which expresses a sense of living energy to the figure; light, which largely determines how we see the model; and form, which conveys the figures volume and mass. Examples, step-by-steps, and special "tips" offer helpful hints and practical guidance throughout. Lavishly illustrated with the authors stunning artwork, The Artists Complete Guide to Figure Drawing combines solid instruction with thoughtful meditations on the art of drawing, to both instruct and inspire artists of all levels. Author Biography Ryder teaches at the Academy of Realist Art in Santa Fe. Promotional Many of us want to learn "how to draw." But as artist Anthony Ryder explains, its much more important to learn what to draw. Promotional "Headline" "Many of us want to learn "how to draw." But as artist Anthony Ryder explains, its much more important to learn what to draw." Details ISBN0823003035 Author Anthony Ryder Pages 160 Publisher Watson-Guptill Publications Language English ISBN-10 0823003035 ISBN-13 9780823003037 Media Book Format Paperback DEWEY 743.4 Illustrations Yes Year 1999 Publication Date 1999-11-30 Imprint Watson-Guptill Publications Inc.,U.S. Place of Publication New York Country of Publication United States Residence Santa Fe, NM, US Short Title ARTISTS COMP GT FIGURE DRAWING Subtitle A Contemporary Perspective on the Classical Tradition DOI 10.1604/9780823003037 UK Release Date 1999-06-01 AU Release Date 1999-06-01 NZ Release Date 1999-06-01 US Release Date 1999-06-01 Audience General We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:1128207;

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