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The Fundamentals of Drawing Nudes

A Practical Guide to Portraying the Human Figure
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The Fundamentals of Drawing Nudes by Barrington Barber offers a detailed guide into the techniques and skills needed to draw the human form. It explores the essentials of anatomy, poses, and shading while providing practical exercises to enhance one's drawing abilities. The book serves as a comprehensive resource for both beginners and experienced artists looking to refine their understanding of capturing the human body in art.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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You might enjoy this book if you are keen on improving your skills in figure drawing, particularly with a focus on nudes. It offers clear instruction and insightful tips suitable for both beginners and experienced artists, guiding you through the intricacies of capturing the human form with elegance and accuracy.

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The Fundamentals of Drawing Nudes

Book Hero Magic formatted this description to make it easier to read. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! Description

The bold form of the human figure has inspired artists for centuries, providing endless variety and interest. In this inspirational workbook, 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 movement
  • And more!

Examples from master artists such as Giorgione, Manet, and Freud show the range of materials and stylistic approaches to life drawing. With carefully annotated diagrams, simple exercises, and a handy list of anatomical terms, The Fundamentals of Drawing Nudes gives you everything you need to draw your own realistic figures. This book is perfect for both budding and professional artists, providing tips and tricks to mastering this subtle art.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781398804135

Publisher: Arcturus Publishing Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 November 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Arcturus

Illustration: Paperback

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Barrington Barber

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 8.0mm

Width: 225.0mm

Height: 280.0mm

Weight: 431g

Pages: 96

About the Author

After training as a graphic designer, Barrington Barber went into advertising, working for top agencies before progressing to freelance design and producing illustrations for a range of books and magazines. He enjoys a successful career as a commercial illustrator and fine artist and has written and illustrated a wide range of best-selling instructional art books. Barrington lives in South London.

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