Simplification of figure ::
Capturing largest shapes
General > Specific
Build structure on line + direction of masses
Build drawing = all around w/o details in any one location
Tonal drawing defining form and light
Simplified Overlapping shapes created by line
Structural drawing
The hinged “I”
Begin with the basic 14 segments
+
Add overlapping
Contours of figure’s form
Figure constructed by way of positive form & NEGATIVE shape
Building the figure with planes of shadow AND light
Exaggerated form Contour drawing
Water Soluble
Crayon
Experiment with THICK + thin lines
Add H20
Rapid drawing outlining major shapes
Directional Angles
Main Horizontals =
Shoulders
Hips
Vertical Spine : upper + lower
Remain consistent in your approach to drawing –
from beginning to completion
