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How To Draw The Human Figure
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Anyone can create a masterpiece with just a pencil and paper! This easy to follow guide teaches aspiring artists how to capture the people around them in a few simple steps. Taking care to clearly illustrate how to draw various different human poses, forms and anatomical...
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Description
Anyone can create a masterpiece with just a pencil and paper!
This easy to follow guide teaches aspiring artists how to capture the people around them in a few simple steps. Taking care to clearly illustrate how to draw various different human poses, forms and anatomical references, Human Figure covers all the basic steps to creating a wonderful human drawing. This inspiring guide is the perfect gift for loved ones who are drawing beginners.
The How To Draw series takes a highly visual and practical approach to drawing, featuring step-by-step instructions for each art project. From basic shapes to finished art, this book uses two different coloured lines throughout to highlight clearly each process and which steps to follow. The series covers a comprehensive range of core techniques—with sections on materials, composition and perspective.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781835871928
Publisher: Bonnier Books Ltd
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 13 February 2025
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Hatch
Contributors:
- Illustrated by Mark Bergin
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 4.0mm
Width: 216.0mm
Height: 280.0mm
Weight: 176g
Pages: 32
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About the Author
Mark Bergin was born in Hastings, England, in 1961. He studied at Eastbourne College of Art and specialises in historical reconstructions, aviation and maritime subjects. He lives in Bexhill-on-Sea with his wife and children.
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