Figure Sketching for Beginners

If a drawing "is not alive, it is a failure," declares Len A. Doust. With his practical help and encouraging guidance, even novice sketchers can learn how to capture the vitality and character of their models.Clear instructions and 23 step-by-step illustrations highlight everything students need to know. Featured topics include:· Perspective and proportions· Heads, faces, and hands· Hats, shoes, and clothing· Age and character· Expressions· Athletes and dancersConcise and informative, this manual offers sketchers the perfect way to get started.