Practice: Building Blocks
Practice: Building Blocks
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The Shading Course

Module 7 - How to Show Form

Practice: Building Blocks

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Practice: Building Blocks

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Overview

In this project, you'll analyze the three-dimensional form or volume of your subject by simplifying it into basic building blocks. 

Examples

Steps

  1. Download the project image below.
  2. Print the image or open it in Photoshop.
  3. Draw a mannequin version of the body on top of the image. Use these elements:
    1. Head
    2. Torso
    3. Pelvis
    4. Hands & Feet
    5. Upper Arm & Lower Arm
    6. Upper Leg & Lower Leg
  4. Upload your image.

Meet these Challenges

  • Draw through the forms.
  • Draw the forms in correct perspective.
  • Draw forms that are symmetrical across the body.

Duration

This project should take 15–30 minutes to complete.

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