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The newest title in this attractive series for ambitious art students, teachers, and experienced hobbyists presents detailed instruction in human anatomy, which is the basis for drawing and painting the human figure in all of its thematic and stylistic variations. The profusely illustrated text focuses on the human skeleton and muscles, and shows students how to determine correct body proportions and render natural looking poses. Students who master the techniques as they are shown in this book will have developed the necessary skills to create finished portraits as well as convincing human figures within the context of a variety of painting genres.
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Books in Barron's "All About Techniques series have been written for advanced art students and experienced amateurs. They explain the fundamentals of art theory, then give detailed advice on methods you must master to create highly finished artworks. "Anatomy for the Artist shows and describes how to draw and paint the human form in all of its thematic and stylistic variations. You get essential knowledge to guide you toward anatomical accuracy and lifelike poses. As you master the techniques shown in this book, you will develop the necessary skills to create finished portraits as well as convincing human figures within the context of a variety of painting genres.
Volumes available in this series:
Anatomy for the Artist All About Techniques in Airbrush All About Techniques in Color All About Techniques in Drawing All About Techniques in Illustration All About Techniques in Oil All About Techniques in Pastel All About Techniques in Watercolor
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