The Art of Figure Drawing for Beginners: Learn to use basic shapes and art mannequins to draw faces and figures (Collector's Series)

I think drawing the human face and form is the toughest artistic task. But this newest addition to Quarto Publishing Group’s Collector Series gives such simple yet effective instruction that even newbies can master the challenge. In only 144 pages, you’ll learn to draw faces and bodies in various poses with ease. An essential reference for novices and fine art students alike!Pub Date 03 Nov 2020Thanks to Quarto Publishing Group – Walter Foster, and NetGalley for the review copies. Opinions are mine.#TheArtofFigureDrawingforBeginners #NetGalley

"The Art of Figure Drawing for Beginners. Learn to use basic shapes and art mannequins to draw faces and figures" was created by Gecko Keck and published by Quarto Publishing Group – Walter Foster. Keck states that "one of the wishes most commonly expressed by students who take his course is to be good at drawing people. More advanced artists also frequently ask for tips on how to improve the style of their figures". This is why his book "aims to give lots of helpful hints and tips about progressing down this path and learning to draw people and animals. Keck covers topic such as "The Building Blocks of the Human Body", "Poses and Movements", "Insights into Anatomy", "Drawing the Details" (such as Head and Face, Hands and Feet, Drawing Methods, ...), or "Achieving Your Goal Set by Step". The author also included a chapter about "Recommended Readings".The book is presented with great graphics, sketches, and drawings. I found Keck's approach in using mannequins unique and inspirational. I like it that he uses the mannequins or stick-figures in a step-by-step approach to teach details of a drawing from the beginning to the finished drawing. This excellent book can be highly recommended for beginners and advanced artists no matter what medium they use. There are also "Artist's Tips" throughout the book which are really helpful.The complimentary copy of this book was provided by the publisher through NetGalley free of charge. It is necessary to note that the sample provided only covered the first 79 pages of the book (the total is 160 pages). I was under no obligation to offer a positive review. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.#TheArtOfFigureDrawingForBeginners #NetGalley

After looking through this book, I realised that I have been neglecting a very useful tool in my artist's toolbox and that is my little mannequin. I like how this wooden figure is used to show certain poses that can help you draw your humans more realistically.Certainly a great help for the beginner and the artist who wants to improve as people can be the most difficult to draw accurately.

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This is an excellent book for anyone wanting to improve their drawing skills. I recently purchased a drawing of a mannequin. This book helped me understand how to use the mannequin.This book is filled with exercises on shading, foreshortening, drawing all the parts of the body, figures in motion, and much more.The section on anatomy and muscles was very helpful. There is even a section on drawing clothing.I highly recommend this book to anyone interested in drawing.I received this book from NetGalley.

A great book for beginners who find drawing figures difficult. There are simple, step-by-step instructions that are easy to follow, and the author shows how to get the proportions right. The layout is clear and uncluttered, and there are useful tips all the way through. Highly recommend.