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Morpho Muscled Bodies

Anatomy for Artists
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Morpho Muscled Bodies offers a practical and straightforward exploration of the muscular functions of the human body, aimed at enhancing the accuracy and dynamism in your drawing studies. It draws inspiration from bodybuilder physiques to provide an ideal reference for the depiction of superheroes and superheroines found in comics, animation, cinema, and video games.

Designed for a wide range of artists, from beginners to professionals, this compact guide is a valuable tool for those involved in character design, modelling, and animation. Its "exposed" binding allows the book to lay flat, making it an excellent companion during sketching sessions.
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Perfect for artists and creatives interested in human anatomy, character design, and animation, especially those working on superhero and fantasy figures. Suitable for all skill levels seeking a practical anatomical reference.

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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

This book presents a simplified and practical vision of the muscular functions of the human body to help you in your drawing studies, encouraging both accuracy and movement.

Bodybuilder athletes offer us an ideal repertoire of shapes and proportions for the representation of the superheroes and superheroines we find in comic books, animated films, cinema, and video games. This book is for those who are interested in the design, modelling, and animation of such characters, whether they're mythical, realistic, or fantastic.

Geared toward artists of all levelsβ€”from beginners through professionalsβ€”this handy, pocket-sized book will help spark your imagination and creativity.

Morpho is also crafted to be easily referenced in your sketching journey, featuring an "exposed" binding style. This is intentional, as it is designed to help the book lay flat as you draw.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781681987590

Publisher: Rocky Nook

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 18 June 2021

Country: United States

Imprint: Rocky Nook

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 121.0mm

Height: 178.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 96

About the Author

Michel Lauricella was trained at the cole Nationale Superieure des Beaux-Arts (National Higher Institute of Fine Arts) of Paris. He has been teaching morphology for over twenty years, first at the mile Cohl school (Lyons), then at the Beaux-Arts studios of the city of Paris, and finally at the Gobelins (Paris). He currently teaches at the LISAA school, the Beaux-Arts workshops, and the Fabrica 114 studio, all of which are located in Paris, France.

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