The Anatomy of Style: Figure Drawing Techniques

by Patrick J. Jones, Kiri stergaard Leonard (Foreword by)

Overview

Embark on an artistic journey with Patrick J. Jones, the esteemed multi-award-winning figurative artist and teacher, as he invites you to a life drawing masterclass, where he dives deep into the art of capturing the human figure with unmatched style and confidence.

Follow his step-by-step guidance, illustrated with his striking artworks, including his coveted 'Masterclass Study Sheets.'

From choosing the right drawing tools to mastering body landmarks, Patrick's invaluable tips create a comprehensive guide for artists of all levels. Join Patrick as he encourages you to delve into an artistic journey, unlocking the anatomy of style and discovering newfound artistic wisdom.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781912740246
Publisher:	Korero Press
Publication date:	04/01/2025
Series:	Patrick J. Jones
Pages:	160
Product dimensions:	8.50(w) x 10.75(h) x 0.00(d)

About the Author

Patrick J. Jones is an award-winning sci-fi and fantasy artist and teacher. His work is collected worldwide, and his client list includes companies such as Disney, Lucasfilm and Roc Books. Patrick grew up in Belfast, Northern Ireland, during the worst of the “troubles”. Influenced by artists Boris Vallejo and Frank Frazetta, he spent long days in the sanctuary of rooftops, drawing and dreaming of becoming a fantasy artist, to the din of street riots below. Today, Patrick mentors students online from his Brisbane studio in Australia.

Kiri Østergaard Leonard is a fantasy illustrator with an ancient heritage steeped in Nordic myth and folklore. She grew up in the village of Boeslum in Denmark, the oldest kingdom in Europe, where she studied at The Academy of Fine Arts in Aarhus, after which he crossed the Atlantic to attend the Pratt Institute in New York. She currently lives in Austin, Texas, where she works as a full-time artist and illustrator of magical mythology, folklore and fairy tales.

Editorial Reviews

Artist’s Choice Five Star Gold Award! —ImagineFX Magazine

"Few art of anatomy books boast quite as much awe-inspiring style and originality as this one from fantasy artist and teacher, Patrick J Jones!" —ImagineFX Magazine

"Patrick is a phenomenal artist . . . as well as a wonderful teacher." —Dan Dos Santos, Multi award-winning artist

"Once in a rare while, an art instruction book comes along that can be appreciated by anyone, no matter if you want to learn to draw or not. Patrick Jones’s fresh, innovative approach breaks the human body down into shapes and rhythms that can easily be committed to memory, demystifying the art of figure drawing in the process. Much more than an anatomy book, this guide explains how to use knowledge of the human form to produce drawings with style and grace, using pastel, pencil, and charcoal techniques and tools." —Bud Plant

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