Drawing Exercises

What are some ways to master figure drawing from imagination? How do you master perspective and everything there is to know about drawing the figure from imagination?

What do you do in Artistic Anatomy and Figure Drawing for Animation class? Is it different that traditional figure drawing class, I already took some. Basically what happens in the class, please give me some details on what are some of the stuff you have to do and work on during different phases of these classes. Like do you still work on a lot of gestures with live models, or mostly long poses? Do you still work with nude models or just skeletons and mannequins?

How to Measure Proportions in Figure Drawing? I'm still trying to figure out how to measure the proportions in figure drawing using the pencil technique, but so far I still don't get it. Any tricks/tips/techniques that will make me understand?

What type of poses do models use during gesture drawing in a figure drawing class? Do models express an emotion or feeling while posing for a figure drawing class? Thanks!

Where can I find some good Websites on animal figure drawing? I'm currently learning to draw animals, and I'm looking for some resources on figure drawing of the cat and dog variety, can anyone help? I'm talking about a realistic way not a cartoon style as I draw manga comics I want them to look realistic.

Is there any alternative to figure drawing classes? I have no access to figure drawing classes, so does anyone have any alternatives? Besides books and looking at myself in the mirror that is. I was thinking the beach. Also, is it important to learn anatomy (muscles and stuff) as well as figure draw? It's not that I don't like using books, it's just that I have a lot recommended ones already.

Is it legal for someone under the age of 18 to participate in a figure drawing class? I live in Louisiana, and I am attending a college. I am only 17. I have no problem with this but am just wondering about the legalities of drawing a nude figure.

Can anyone point me to a figure drawing workshop, class, or session near arlington heights, illinois? I am looking for a nude figure drawing session, class, or workshop offered within 30 minutes of Arlington Heights, Illinois. I do know that Chicago has plenty to offer but the commute is an issue. Thank you for any help.

Photos of nude models for figure drawing? I'm trying to improve my artistic skills and recently I began getting interested in figure drawing of nude models. Does anyone have any clear photographs of such models? Please link them here. Thanks. I can't go to a figure drawing class since my parents won't let me.. I'm still a minor.

I want to model for a figure drawing group.? I have asked this question before but in a different catagory, I am male and want to model nude for figure drawing, I dont want to model for a large group, I want to start out small, I would like to start with a few artists local and by local I mean the Everett Washington state area. I cant seem to fing where there are artist looking, the art stores dont seem to be interested in helping so I say help. Stars here.

Would you pose nude for a figure drawing class if the students were the same age as you ? Would you have second thoughts about posing nude for a figure drawing class at a college if you are not that much older than a college student yourself ?

Is it normally warm or cold in the classroom for figure drawing classes ? Because I was thinking of posing nude for a figure drawing class and if it's warm in the classroom thats no problem. But, Im just afraid that if it's cold that I will experience "shrinkage" if ya know what I mean ;)

Figure drawing class: How much should you tip a? nude model? Dead serious question, I'll be going to a figure drawing class in a week and was told it's appropriate to tip, I never was told this at other figure drawing classes so what's a good amount? I don't want to be the cheap-o.

Would you try posing nude for a figure drawing class to earn money? Would you try posing nude for a figure drawing class to earn money? If you were given an opportunity, would you do it? I think I would, if given an opportunity. I tried emailing a couple of art professors at the comm. college where I work part-time. I've thought about several other colleges. What do you think? Any advice? Night club is different though. I don't think I want to be a stripper :-).

Would the teacher tell me what poses to do for a figure drawing class if I were to model for one ? I was thinking of being a nude model for a figure drawing class. But, does the teacher tell he how to pose, or do I have to think of poses to do myself ?

Where can I find a free virtual drawing figure model? I want to get a free virtual figure drawing model, I want to see proportions and such, but I don't want to have to buy an actual model. I was just wondering if anyone could help me find a program online that would allow me to utilize a model the same way I could as if it were in front of me. Thank you. I like the sugestion for http://www.posemaniacs.com/ if there's anything else that anyone would like to suggest please do thank you ^^

i have a crush on a girl in my figure drawing class and need an icebreaker? Like the title says, I have a crush on a girl in my nude drawing class and need an icebreaker. Preferably something topical and funny. There isn't much opportunity for conversation in this class so I need something short and sweet that will make an impression. My friends have given me some good suggestions but I figured I'd post this up to see what you guys can come up with. Thanks in advance, I look forward to your responses.

i am in a figure drawing class and i was wondering who would be some good artists to Reference? i am interested in Gustav Klimt and Aubrey Beardsly as far as figure drawing is concerned. who are some others that would be good to look at?

Books about figure drawing for animation? I'm hoping to get into my university's animation program in April, and I was wondering if there was anybody out there who has been down that road who could recommend some books that can help me get better at the animator's style of figure drawing. I'm going to take a figure drawing class next semester, but I wanted to get a head start. Any suggestions for reading material would be greatly appreciated!

are there any free figure drawing classes I can sit in on, and draw? I am located in nyc, I want to find free figure drawing sessions just to sit and draw once or twice for at least an hour. is there any thing like that around in nyc?

Any good ideas for a figure drawing? Alright, so in my art class we're working on figure drawing, but I have noooo idea what to do. Every one says I should just do a dancer or something. But even if it is a dancer, I want it to be something different. Not your traditionally drawn ballerina. Or maybe something completely different. Any ideas? Please and thank you!

Where can I find a list of figure drawing class in my area? Okay, I've been thinking about doing some figure-modeling, and I've gotten a lot of great info. But now I need to find out how I can meet up with somebody to schedule a session. I'd like to do small groups and maybe save the college stuff for later on. Do you know of any websites that list these classes? I've searched for classes in Winston-Salem, NC - but I've come up with nothing.

Where can I buy a wooden human and hand mannequin for figure drawing? I live in North Carolina but I can't find any store that sells these. Does anyone know a store where I can purchase these items? My current struggle in drawing is with poses so these items are really needed. I'm sorry i forgot to mention but i am looking for local stores only, not online purchase.

What are some good anime tutorials for drawing houses,scenery etc and figure drawing? I'm not very good and proportioning things and drawing people doing things in dramatic positions.

What is the best way to use a figure drawing book? I am currently studying the book Drawing from Life by George Bridgman.

Are there any free figure drawing or life drawing classes in nyc? I need to start working on my portfolio to apply to some art colleges but I am broke and I know you need a lot of life drawings and figure drawings in it to get accepted. Any info will be great. Thanx.

Figure/life drawing venues in the Pasadena/Glendale area? I am looking for figure drawing sessions, but I don't want to take a class. Just models and fellow artists. Are there figure drawing cafes in the Pasadena/Glendale area?

Where can I find a reputable figure drawing class in NYC? Please don't say yellow pages. I've read stories about people who have to unlearn things because they've been taught bad techniques. I want a good instructor. And preferably, someone who isn't in love with money. I'm poor and don't have much money to spend but I want to get this skill at least proficient.

Is there any figure drawing classes held on saturday and sunday in new york and new jersey? I am beginner in the drawing field and i really want to make my career in arts so if any one can provide me any information will be very thankfull

How much do nude figure drawing models make? We are talking about the ones they hire for college classes. Have you done it before

Anyone know of any studios offering figure drawing in Los Angeles? I don't need instruction. Just need an open studio with a live model. Studio fees OK.

Has anyone else ever modeled for a figure drawing class? I used to make $10/hr for nothing more than sitting around naked and chatting with artists. Best job I ever had! Anybody else done this? Nude or clothed modeling? Did you enjoy it, or did it make you uncomfortable? Those of you on the other side of the easels, a quick discussion of what makes a good model would be interesting.

What are the best books on figure drawing/anatomy for artists? What are some titles you recommend? Like, Bridgman, Bammes, Loomis, etc.

Does anyone know where I can find a group that meets for figure drawing like once or twice a week? Not looking for a enrollment in a school just a club or group that meets once or twice a week in boston.

What are those poseable wooden dolls that are used in art for figure drawing called? I'm trying to find one, but I can't remember the proper name for them. They're not very big, and they have ball joints so they can be posed easily.

Has any manga artist or comic artist ever study figure drawing? To improve their understanding of the human body and interpret that in their art?

How do I figure out what is drawing on my battery? I just bought an '83 F150 knowing that something was drawing power from the battery at all times. The previous owner suggested it was the tailight that he replaced and possibly wired wrong. How do I figure out what the problem is?

I want to model for figure drawing I am male 54 years old, I live in Everett Washington? I modeled once and would like to do it again, I learned a lot about myself doing this. Oh I am a photographer so I love art.

How to teach drawing the human figure? Are there any good websites that teach you step by step to draw the human figure? It's been so long since I have drawn the human figure, and I sure haven't ever taught it. I am looking for something simple, or that has detailed steps.

I have just moved to London (NW6) and am looking for a place to do nude/ life figure drawing? Does anyone know any good web directories or established places that I could go to?

What is the name for a drawing where theres a figure and if you look carefully fo you'll see another figure? It is like 2 figure combined in one. I saw one that whas a drawing of an old woman, and after studying it carefully i saw a young woman.

I want to pose for a figure drawing class, but what if I get an erection ? Is there anything I can do to make sure I dont get one ? Would drinking alcohol stop me from getting an erection ?

workplace etiquette problem? I work as a nude model for figure drawing classes while going to college-----? Some of my friends tell me it is some kind of conflict because my dad works in the art department and teaches some of the classes. It's not like get any special treatment. Other models all do the same work, we just show up on time and pose. I'm never late or absent (which is the main thing because it messed it up for the whole class.) So is there any kind of 'etiquette' problem just because I pose somtimes for classes my dad just happens to be teaching?

Figure drawing help: how do I "breathe life" into my sketches? I'm a senior in high school, and have decided to pursue art. I'm very much still a beginner. Right now, I'm working on the human form. The trouble I'm having is that all my sketches/drawings look very stiff and tense. Do you have any tips for making my drawings more life-like and candid instead of frozen poses?

Anyone got any tips or tricks n drawing a model figure? I'm trying to draw a model figure but it never turns out how it does on the picture. Anyone have any suggestions?

Does anyone know of any open figure drawing sessions/classes in Utah? Specifically in Salt Lake City.

where can i find free photos for figure drawing online? need to be nude and need to NOT be porn! at the moment, i need males who are standing but suggestions for any good websites would be appreciated. thanks! it's not that im afraid people will know haha! it's just that i'm doing figure drawings so erotic stuff doesnt work. i need natural poses...

what is a figure drawing? are figure drawings always naked? can they have underwear on or something?

Is there a trick to do the 10 or 7 head rule when drawing a figure? When I draw a figure I need a ruler in order to get the 10 heads or 7 heads down. But is there a quicker way in order to use the rule with out a ruler? just by quick sketching?

How to figure out the theoretical probability of drawing cards in a row? What would the math be to figure out the theoretical probability of drawing up to 3 cards in a row of the same colour? TIA What do you mean by "up to 3 cards in a row"? How many cards are you drawing? Assuming you want to know the probability of drawing 3 cards from a deck and getting exactly 3 cards of the same color you would do the following. By up to 3 cards in a row I mean I want to figure out the probability of as an example, drawing 1 card red, then 2 cards red then 3 cards red

If you were a stick figure drawing what would you look like? Dont even worry about why! Nosy people.

Do you know a website that teaches well on figure drawing? .__. bad with angles. it doesn't come natural as how I want it to be

What is posture in life/figure drawing? I have to do a page on it in my school art folio but im not sure what to say about it has it got somethign to do with gravity and weight? Thanks xx

any good books on how to construct the figure using planes for drawing? I know anatomy very well and how to draw from eye but I can't seem to construct the figure out of planes properly and I desperately need a book with instruction on how to do this...Any advice? Anything out there like bridgmans "constructive anatomy" but more in depth, I think the hogarth books are too well rendered to be helpful as tools to construct the body out of planes, I just need abbreviated shapes and proportion information.

i need help finding a website with pictures of nude women for figure drawing.is there a website like that? also the website has to be free and compatible with the nintendo wii!

If anyone has played Zelda on the DS? I need help. When I get to Bellum I try drawing the figure 8 but? it doesn't do anything. Do you need all the gems to calucate up to 20 a piece before you can draw the figure 8?

Where can I find a good website for drawing the human figure? I'm looking for a web page that has many figure drawings (mainly sketches) of people (male and female) and possibly tutorials for referencing. Is there any that anyone knows of, and no video tutorials please. Google just isn't working for me today.

Would you model totally nude for a figure drawing class with both guys and girls present?

A good figure drawing website? Well, I was wondering if there are any good sites that have tutorials and pictures for figure drawing. I want to get a book on it, but I don't have any money right now, so I need a good website. :) Thanks.

know any good free stock image sites I can use for practicing figure drawing?

Modeling for figure drawing class? Short story: I am going to model for a figure drawing class at my university. What should I expect? Long story: My boyfriend broke up with me six months ago because he's LDS and I'm not. Our physical relationship caused him a lot of guilt and unfortunately caused guilt in me as well. I'm tired of seeing my body as sinful and I want to be comfortable with myself again. Will modeling for this class help my self-image and what can I expect?

Approxmately what is the volume of the composite solid figure represented in the drawing? The Drawing is a Cylinder as a Base and a Cone on top of the base. The Base is 3cm and the Side of the Drawing is 8cm and 7cm. The answers are..... A:292 cm3 B:195 cm3 C:424 cm3 D:283 cm3 The three's are the 3rd power I think. Show your work.

how can personality traits be analyzed by human figure drawing? tell me some good websites!!

Looking for life/ figure drawing class/studio in Los Angeles? I travel frequently so can't attend weekly classes. Looking for an open session. Where I can come once a month or several times a month depending on my schedule. I don't need instruction just a place to draw that provides a model. Thanks for your help!

perspective in figure drawing? ok, so I understand the railroad example fo perspective where the two lines touch at the horizon, and the cube thing( with 2 vanishing points). But what is the effect of perspective in figure drawing. Maybe you have a link where is shown the difference between a figure drawn 2d and in perspective...?

I am going to model for a figure drawing class. Are there any books or websites that show typical poses?

do guys ever get turned on by the nude models in life/figure drawing class? asking because my boyfriend is going to take this class and i'm a little nervous =/

what is the side of a geometric figure or drawing? area,volume,and angles.

How do you draw clothing on a real person figure? I've recently gotten into figure drawing (just a hobby) and I want to find a good website where I can learn to draw clothing...I am hopeless in this area.

I'm trying to find abook about drawing the human figure? I'm looking to buy a a book on how to draw the human figure //human anatomy. I was wondering if anyone has some recommend some books they've used in the past (no manga or cartoons, realistic plz)

Do i have to do figure drawing aat an art college if im going for 3d animation?

How and where do I know to mark planes when drawing the human figure?

figure drawing is it ok to take them...? I have to do a Portfolio for college admission is it ok if I get this figure drawings from internet and then draw them my self.

does anyone know where to find on line models for figure drawing and painting? I need a particular pose!? I am deployed in Iraq and I am a airbrushing artist still training my self and I can not find the poses I like! I need photos of nude figures. My wife politely refuses but asked me to look on line for maybee a website where you can request a nude pose or someone who would be willing to contribute. These are not easy questions to ask someone you dont know. Thanks!

Hello I'm looking for models for figure drawing? Hello I am looking for females who would like to pose nude for my drawings. What I'm thinking is if I drew them they would get a print, (which I'm sure they would be proud of) allowing me to start selling my pics and maybe making some headway in the art world. Does this sound viable, would anyone want pics of themselves and where would I find people who would like to pose nude?

When posing for figure drawing classes, what is the total amount of time you are nude infront of the class ?

Suggestions on figure drawing? Okay so I have to pick a figure drawing I like (human body) and write a page on why I like it. What the hell do I write to fill an entire page?!?!