Figure Study Made Easy (English, Paperback, Chari Aditya)

Learn and master the art of figure drawing with Figure Study: Made Easy. The book is a comprehensive, and pedagogical approach to the study of the human figure.

Summary Of The Book

Capturing the fine details of the human body requires a clear understanding about the techniques of illusion. In contrast to the three dimensional human structure, the art of figure drawing involves creating the illusion of a solid form in two dimensions on a sheet of paper. Figure Study: Made Easy reaffirms Michelangelo's comparison of drawing with design, and aims at instilling in its readers the concept of design in art.

The author uses his expertise in designing and conceptualization to introduce the basics of figure sketching in a systematic, progressive manner. The book shows you how to capture the spirit and essence of a figure, and presents techniques that would help novice artists streamline their thoughts. Figure Study: Made Easy is a comprehensive guide for the proper study of the human figure, and is based on the teachings of great masters whose pioneering work has produced figure drawings of unforgettable beauty and strength.

The book is handy regardless of whether the user is learning figure drawing as a hobby or as a career profession. Figure Study: Made Easy is a well designed book that successfully incorporates an extremely methodical approach to drawing. The book is a complete study of the human figure, and it emphasizes the fact that the key to mastering figure drawing is to remember to practice only one concept at a time.

About Aditya Chari

Aditya Chari is an author, concept artist, and an animator. His other published book on art is called Portrait Techniques: Made Easy.

Aditya has completed his B.F.A. in Applied Arts from Sir J. J. School of Art. He has worked in the capacity of a concept artist, pre production artist, and layout designer in various companies such as Reliance, Virgin Comics, Prana Studios, and Futurethought. He has also designed and produced illustrations for brands and advertising companies including Forbes, Indian Oil, Thumbs Up, O&M, and Leo Burnett. He is currently teaching Character/Creature design, and Figure Drawing/Anatomy at the Animation and Art School, Goa.