Figure Drawing The Structural Anatomy and Expressive Design of the Human Form

Name: Figure Drawing The Structural Anatomy and Expressive Design of the Human Form
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ISBN: 9780136031918

ISBN-10: 0136031919

ISBN-13: 9780136031918

Edition: 7th 2011

Authors: Nathan Goldstein

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Providing a concise but comprehensive survey of all matters pertaining to drawing the human figure, this well-illustrated and accurate guide demonstrates the interplay of structure, anatomy, design, and expression in sound figure drawing. This text shows how the integration of these four factors is essential in drawing the figure in a compelling and lucid manner.

Book details

List price: $199.99
Edition: 7th
Copyright year: 2011
Publisher: Pearson Education
Publication date: 2/2/2010
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 368
Size: 8.50" wide x 10.80" long x 0.80" tall
Weight: 1.980




The Evolution of Intent


Major Factors and Concepts in Figure Drawing


Some Common Denominators


The Emergence of Interpretive Figure Drawing



The Structural Factor


The Figure As a Structure


Some General Observations


A Planar Approach to Human Form


The Interjoining of Planes and Masses


Structure and Value


Structural Supports and Suspensions in the Figure


Structural Aspects of Foreshortening


Seeing Shape, Direction, and Edge


Structural Aspects of the Draped Figure and Its Environment


Suggested Exercises



The Anatomical Factor



The Skeleton


Some General Observations


Bones of the Skull


Bones of the Spinal Column


Bones of the Rib Cage


Bones of the Shoulder Girdle


Bones of the Pelvis


Bones of the Arm


Bones of the Leg


Skeletal Proportions


The Skeleton in Figure Drawing


Suggested Exercises



The Anatomical Factor



The Muscles


Some General Observations


Muscles of the Head


Surface Forms of the Head


Muscles of the Neck


Muscles of the Torso


Muscles of the Arm


Muscles of the Leg


Skin and Fat


Further Observations on Surface Forms


Suggested Exercises



The Design Factor


The Relational Content of Figure Drawing


Some General Observations


The Visual Elements


Line


Value


Shape


Volume


Texture


The Elements in Action


Direction


Rhythm


Handling or Character


Location and Proximity


Subdivision


Visual Weight


Tension


Figurative Influences


Examples of Relational Activities in Figure Drawing


Anatomy as an Agent of Design


The Figure and the Environment


Suggested Exercises



The Expressive Factor


The Emotive Content of Figure Drawing


Some General Observations


The Expression Inherent in the Elements


Distortion


The Expressive Role of the Medium


Examples of Expression in Figure Drawing


Suggested Exercises



The Factors Interacting


Some Examples


Differing Formulas


The Pathologies of Figure Drawing


Perceptual Defects


Organizational Defects


Expressive Defects


The Role of Media in Expression


In Conclusion


Glossary


Bibliography


Index