Drawing the Figure: Volume One Capturing the Gesture with Jack Bosson

This lecture is the first of a series on how to approach drawing the human figure. In this series, Jack states that a successful figure drawing must include evidence of three sets of information: gestural, structural, and anatomical; the first being the focus of this particular demonstration. Gesture drawing establishes the unique storytelling and emotional properties of a given pose. It can also be used to map out the essential idea conveyed in the pose. Jack explores rapid-sketch technique, weight distribution, and the rhythm of the body parts as they adjust to the effects of gravity. Key concepts such as "contrapposto", twist, overlapping shapes, and foreshortening are also covered. In short, this lecture will show you how to create a dynamic, lively interpretation of the subject being observed.

This course continue to develop a basic skill set throughout this course, a special emphasis will be placed on the understanding and application of those basics to the human figure.

In this second DVD of the Drawing the Figure series, Jack explores the properties of structure. Here, he introduces the basic elements required to create the illusion of 3-Dimensional space and form as they apply to the human figure. By constructing simple forms, exploring overlap and translating the complexity of the human body into its simplest, most basic forms, we can begin to understand the process of converting a 3-Dimensonal, real world form onto a flat, 2-Dimensional surface that an observer can understand. Jack will demonstrate how to see the forms and draw through them without losing the gestural quality described in his first DVD.

In this second DVD of the Drawing the Figure series, Jack explores the properties of structure.
Here, he introduces the basic elements required to create the illusion of 3-Dimensional space and form as they apply to the human figure. By constructing simple forms, exploring overlap and translating the complexity of the human body into its simplest, most basic forms, we can begin to understand the process of converting a 3-Dimensonal, real world form onto a flat, 2-Dimensional surface that an observer can understand. Jack will demonstrate how to see the forms and draw through them without losing the gestural quality described in his first DVD.

A big collection of Drawing and Painting Books.

Learn How To Draw The Traditional Way. Work along with Matt as he methodically renders each part of this detailed drawing. This is a DVD that will really teach you how to draw with skill and confidence.
Matt is providing many extras including downloadable PDF's of cast photo reference to go with this DVD box set.

The following videos present methods of seeing, understanding and drawing force through an assessment of life. The videos are broken down into chapters from the popular book, "Force, Dynamic Life Drawing for Animators".

In this collection of lessons we will learn about the fundamentals of caricature drawing.
We will get started by learning a bit about what the art of caricature is. We will then move on and learn about each of the core features or shapes involved in created a successful caricature. We will also take some time to understand the relationship between these shapes as well as some ways that we can exaggerate each. To wrap this course up we will be walking step by step through drawing a black and white caricature of a famous celebrity. After completing this course, you will have a great understanding of how caricature artists are able to capture the likeness of a person in a humorous fashion.

If you struggle drawing the figure this DVD will teach you the proper techniques to help you draw with confidence. Matt has created this two disc set that is over two and a half hours long. It also has an 82 drawing Slideshow Showing Both demonstration Drawings and Matt's Figure Drawings Own. Who CAN Benefit from this DVD? Well just about anyone who needs to draw people. Illustrators, Comic Book Artists, Animators and Fine Artist. This DVD teaches you how to draw from life and from your memory.