Specialization in drawing and expression of the human figure

Overview

“In this lesson, you'll learn how to construct the structure of a face from the front. First, I'll introduce abstract structure: lines, basic geometry, and how to go from simple to complex. Then, I'll give you examples of structures in photos, and finally, I'll show you a step-by-step construction sequence. ”

In this video lesson Domestika addresses the topic: What Is the Abstract Structure and What Is It For?, which is part of the Domestika online course: Specialization in drawing and expression of the human figure. Learn anatomical drawing with proportion and structure techniques to capture the essence of the human figure.

Partial transcription of the video

“What is the abstract structure and what is it for? Contrary to what many believe, the hand and fine motor skills in drawing are not as important as observation, how we see reality, how we see forms and if we understand them or not. When we draw, it does not happen from our gaze, from our eye to hand, but it passes from the gaze to the head. We understand or not, we decode that information and then we send it by hand. Obviously both are very important, one does not work without the other. It is important to understand how our pencils work, how much graphite they leave on the sheet, how are w...”

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Course summary for: Specialization in drawing and expression of the human figure

• Level: Beginner
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• 535 students
• 7 units
• 102 lessons (18h 39m)
• 94 downloads

• Category

  Illustration

• Areas

  Drawing, Figure Drawing, Fine Arts, Gouache Painting, Oil Painting, Painting, Pencil Drawing, Portrait Drawing, Realistic Drawing, Sketching, Traditional illustration, Watercolor Painting