Introduction -- Anatomical knowledge -- The formal elements of drawing -- Line, marks and texture -- Form, shape and volume -- Perspective and anatomical drawing -- Tone and shading -- Capturing texture -- Contour, pose and gesture -- Proportions and the human figure -- Anatomy: the skeleton -- The musculoskeletal system -- Muscles and bones of the leg and arm -- Skin and fat -- The torso -- Functional descriptions of anatomy -- Anatomy of the face and skill -- The musculature of the mouth -- The teeth and jaw -- The eye -- The ear -- The nose -- Hair -- Movement -- Portraiture -- Index.
Summary:
"An understanding of anatomy is essential to being able to draw the human body, whether at rest or in movement. In this particular drawing book, expert anatomical drawing educator Jennifer Crouch shows how the human body works, from understanding how the skeleton fits together, to how the muscles and tendons work to support and move the body. She shows how to create form and tone and how to achieve realistic skin texture as well as reflecting posture, gesture, and movement. With more than 200 beautiful illustrations, Anatomy for the Artist is a comprehensive guide to drawing the human body with skill and sensitivity. Fully annotated with step-by-step explanations that will help you to create accurate images with ease, it is the perfect reference for the beginner or the more experienced artist looking to improve their technique." -- From back cover.
This resource is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by State Library of Iowa.