Anatomy for Artists

Anatomy for Artists presents an extensive visual reference guide to the human form for artists of all abilities and mediums. Over 240 specially commissioned photographs capture every detail, from muscle definition and bony landmarks to a valuable catalogue of postures and poses. Every photograph is overlaid with musculature, planar, and contour diagrams drawn by figurative fine artist and illustrator Charlie Pickard to deepen your comprehension. The illuminating introduction by expert and teacher Jahirul Amin results in a thorough understanding of the subject and how it relates to your work. Detailed diagrams reveal the inner workings of the joints and muscles, and how their shape and movement affect what you see on the surface, and ultimately in your art.
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Anatomy for Artists is an extensive compendium of high-quality, detailed photography and drawings, showing the human figure in a variety of shapes, sizes and poses – to be used as a solid foundation for all character art.
This thorough and detailed library of visual resources consists of stunning photography and comprehensive drawings showing the muscular structure of figures of varying body types. The male and female references provide an invaluable starting point when you’re creating art based on the human figure.
Whether you’re an illustrator, a traditional sculptor, an oil painter, a 3D digital artist, or animator, the resources within this book will help you improve the quality and accuracy of your art.
• Written and illustrated by experts in the field of anatomy for artists • Over 240 specially commissioned, color photographs of the body, head, and face • Detailed overlays show the musculature and contours of the human form • Thorough introduction to anatomy fundamentals and terminology for artists • Exploration of body types and other variables that affect the human form • Library of poses informs artistic applications, with classical and creative variations
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Product detailsHardback 304 pagesDimensions: 320mm x 260mmPaper quality: Full-color premium paper pagesISBN:978-1-912843-10-7
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FOREWORD INTRODUCTION History of anatomy The anatomical position Joint mechanics The skeleton and the bony landmarks Muscles and tendons Body types Proportion and symmetry The skin: fat and wrinkles Sex and age VISUAL REFERENCE LIBRARY Torso Arms Hands Upper legs Lower legs Feet Neck Head Facial features Body types and posture CREATIVE POSES Classical standing poses Dynamic action poses Narrative poses Seated poses GLOSSARY CONTRIBUTORS INDEX