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In this lesson the magic of movement and life come together in your figure drawings. We’ll use simple shapes like bells and tubes to create dynamic figures that feel like they’re about to leap off the page!

We’ll begin by simplifying the torso using mnemonic tricks like Mr. T and Mrs. V. These playful guides will help you quickly establish structure and proportions, no need to get lost in complexity.

Learn how to draw faces swiftly, using proportional guidelines to capture expression with ease: quick sketches are more powerful than you think, they’ll sharpen your decision-making and bring confidence to every line.

We’ll then dive into some practical techniques. You’ll also discover the art of adding dimension through line thickness, and pinch and stretch principles to breathe realism into your figures.

Lastly, we’ll unlock the mysteries of anatomy, learning key muscles and bones that will give your drawings true depth. With these tools in hand, you’ll build confidence, find your unique style, and learn how to capture movement, the ultimate magic trick in figure drawing!

So, grab your pencil and let’s dive in!


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About instructor
Patrick is an award-winning fantasy artist and teacher. He is the best selling author of ’The Anatomy of Style' and 'Figures from Life'.
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