Artist's Guide to Human Anatomy

Author: Giovanni Civardi
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 1782217371
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
A beautifully illustrated introduction to the study of human anatomy by best-selling artist and author, Giovanni Civardi. In this comprehensive guide, Civardi combines his stunning anatomical drawings with annotations explanatory photographs and concise theory to offer the learning artist an accessible yet incredibly informative approach to understanding and drawing the human form. Beginning with the history of capturing the human anatomy in art, Civardi takes your through every aspect of our form to give the reader a useful, overview of how our bodies work. From our skeletons and muscles through to the proportions of the body and our movements, Civardi covers a wide variety of areas in order to help the artist achieve an accurate, beautiful rendering in pencil.

Anatomy for Artists

Author: Barrington Barber
Publisher: Arcturus Publishing
ISBN: 1398832596
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 379

Book Description
Drawing the human figure with confidence and skill is perhaps the biggest challenge faced by artists, yet the most rewarding when it is achieved. In Anatomy for Artists, best-selling author and artist Barrington Barber provides clear annotated diagrams of every part of the human body useful to the artist, showing bone structure, musculature and surface views. Throughout the book he gives practical advice, gained from years of experience, on how to apply your new-found knowledge to the drawing of live models. Learn how to: • Recognize the differences between male and female bone structure • Identify facial muscles used in different expressions • Name the bones that show at the surface of the body • Accurately portray the body in movement • Improve your life drawing technique Packed with over 400 drawings, this thoroughly researched and comprehensive book is an invaluable reference resource for the practicing artist.

Classic Human Anatomy

Author: Valerie L. Winslow
Publisher: Watson-Guptill
ISBN: 0823024156
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 303

Book Description
After more than thirty years of research and teaching, artist Valerie Winslow has compiled her unique methods of drawing human anatomy into one groundbreaking volume: Classic Human Anatomy. This long-awaited book provides simple, insightful approaches to the complex subject of human anatomy, using drawings, diagrams, and reader-friendly text. Three major sections–the skeletal form, the muscular form and action of the muscles, and movement–break the material down into easy-to-understand pieces. More than 800 distinctive illustrations detail the movement and actions of the bones and muscles, and unique charts reveal the origins and insertions of the muscles. Packed with an extraordinary wealth of information, Classic Human Anatomy is sure to become a new classic of art instruction.

Anatomy for Artists

Author: 3dtotal 3dtotal Publishing
Publisher: 3dtotal Publishing
ISBN: 9781912843107
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 304

Book Description
Anatomy for Artists is an extensive collection of photography and drawings for artists of all mediums portraying the human form.

Classic Human Anatomy in Motion

Author: Valerie L. Winslow
Publisher: Watson-Guptill
ISBN: 0770434142
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 306

Book Description
This essential companion book to the bestselling Classic Human Anatomy provides artists and art students with a deeper understanding of human anatomy and different types of motion, inspiring more realistic and energetic figurative art. Fine-art instruction books do not usually focus on anatomy as it relates to movement, despite its great artistic significance. Written by a long-time expert on drawing and painting human anatomy, Classic Human Anatomy in Motion offers artists everything they need to realistically draw the human figure as it is affected by movement. Written in a friendly style, the book is illustrated with hundreds of life drawing studies (both quick poses and long studies), along with charts and diagrams showing the various anatomical and structural components. This comprehensive manual features 5 distinct sections, each focusing on a different aspect of the human figure: bones and joint movement, muscle groups, surface form and soft tissue characteristics, structure, and movement. Each chapter builds an artistic understanding of how motion transforms the human figure and can create a sense of expressive vibrancy in one's art.

The Artist's Guide to Animal Anatomy

Author: Gottfried Bammes
Publisher: Courier Corporation
ISBN: 0486436403
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 146

Book Description
Presents a guide to the anatomy of various animals and their depiction in art, including dogs, horses, lions, bears, and cows.

Anatomy for the Artist

Author: Jennifer Crouch
Publisher: Arcturus Publishing
ISBN: 1398810088
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 533

Book Description
Master the art of figure drawing with this practical drawing book, written by experienced anatomical illustrator Jennifer Crouch. Beautifully illustrated with more than 200 illustrations, Anatomy for the Artist is a comprehensive guide to drawing the human body. Step-by-step drawing projects guide you through various subjects and help you create accurate images with ease. Sections include: • Shape and form • The skeletal form • Connective tissue, such as muscles and tendons • Articulation and movement • Pose, posture and expression • The structure of hands, lower limbs, feet and the head • Facial features and expressions Whether a total beginner or looking to improve your technique, this book is the perfect reference guide for drawing the human figure.

Drawing Anatomy

Author: Barrington Barber
Publisher: Arcturus Publishing
ISBN: 1788283236
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 428

Book Description
The ability to draw the human figure well is the sign of a good artist. So it is vital to appreciate the body's characteristics and how they influence posture and expression. Drawing Anatomy provides all the information you need to produce the most accurate representations of people. In Drawing Anatomy, teacher and artist Barrington Barber begins his exploration of this area of art by explaining what the body is made of and then reviews each section of the human figure in detail in separate chapters. • Explains how the body changes with age • Reveals how to portray the body in motion • Teaches how features such as eyes and mouths can vary • Includes information on Latin anatomical names and how they describe different parts of the body

The Artist's Guide to the Anatomy of the Human Head

Author: 3dtotal Publishing
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781909414457
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 227

Book Description
Learn how to define structure and capture emotions with this comprehensive artist's guide to drawing the human head.

Human Anatomy for Artists

Author: Eliot Goldfinger
Publisher: New York : Oxford University Press
ISBN:
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 380

Book Description
This most up-to-date and fully illustrated guide presents a single, all-inclusive reference to the human form. Includes numerous cross sections made with reference to CT scans, magnetic resonance imaging, and cut cadavers showing the forms of all body regions and individual muscles. A useful tool for physical and dance therapists, trainers, and bodybuilders as well. Over 400 illustrations.