Classical Drawing: The Figure: A Guided Sketchbook with Prompts & Tips from the Pros

Table of Contents:
Introduction
Getting Started
Tools & Materials
Warming Up
Anatomy
Proportion
Form
Balance
Movement
The Torso
Arms & Hands
Legs & Feet
The Head
Sketches & Notes

Jacket Description/Back:
Whether you're a trained artist or have never picked up a pencil, this is the only sketchbook you need! Master artists George Bridgman and Harold Speed take you on a guided journey from the fundamental principles of human movement to capturing the dynamism of the human form. With a combination of inspirational images and drawing space, as well as step-by-step instruction, this book will help you master the skills to capture the figure in action. Lessons include detailed studies about balance, rhythm, line and mass, composition, proportion, and the nuances of anatomy. Take this book with you wherever you go, so you'll always have a valuable resource on hand whenever inspiration strikes!