Barber B. The Fundamentals of Drawing Nudes: A Practical Guide to Portraying the Human Figure

Arcturus Holdings Lim., 2022.The bold form of the human figure has inspired artists for centuries, providing endless variety and interest. In this inspirational workbook, internationally bestselling author and artist Barrington Barber provides an accessible introduction to life drawing.After reading this book, you will be able to
Precisely depict the skeleton and musculature
Use perspective to create realistic images
Correctly gauge figure proportions and foreshorten limbs
Portray figures in movementDrawing Materials
Proportions and Anatomy
Proportions of the Human Figure
Individual Proportions
The Skeleton
Musculature
Identifying Bones and Muscles
Proportions of the Head
The Head from Different Angles
The Torso
Arms and Hands
Legs and Feet
Drawing the Whole Figure
Blocking in the Shape
A Figure in Steps
Trying Different Approaches
Lighting the Model
Drawing the Model in a Setting
Drawing the Same Model
Different Shapes and Sizes
Developing Form and Movement
Describing Form
Expressing Volume
Hard and Soft Lines
Figures in Perspective
Active Poses: Speed Drawing
Bending and Stretching
Masters of Movement
Form in Movement
Technique and Composition
Pencil
Pen and Ink
Line and Wash
Chalk on Toned Paper
Framing the Picture
Using Geometry
Interlocking Figures
Multiple Figures