Drawing & Painting Portraits & Figures: A Complete Step-by-step Course, with 35 Projects and 800 Photographs

by Sarah Hoggett, Vincent Milne

Overview

Human figures and faces have always dominated art. This practical book offers budding artists the chance to learn the art of drawing and painting the human body. Tutorials provide knowledge of the human skeletal structure and muscles, skin and hair texture, expressions, movement and postures. In the projects, experienced artists work from life models and photographs using various media, including pencil and charcoal, water paints, gouache, acrylics and oils, while galleries of art offer readers insight into how artistic techniques are employed by professional artists. More than 800 photographs make it easy to follow each tutorial, and the book is guaranteed to enthuse students and give them the confidence to express their unique vision and artistic style.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780754835165
Publisher:	Anness Publishing, Ltd.
Publication date:	01/07/2021
Pages:	256
Product dimensions:	10.60(w) x 8.40(h) x 1.10(d)

About the Author

Sarah Hoggett specializes in practical art and photography, and has wide-ranging experience of producing instructive books on many elements of art. Vincent Milne studied Fine Art at Goldsmith’s College and the Royal Academy Schools, London. He teaches drawing and painting, and exhibits internationally.