Focusing on the art of figure drawing, this guide provides practical instructions and techniques for capturing various poses and body types. It serves as a comprehensive resource for artists seeking to enhance their skills in drawing the human form, emphasizing the importance of observation and practice in developing a natural style.
An approach to drawing technique based on observation covering contour and gesture, model drawing, memory in ink and watercolor; anatomy study, drapery, shade, structure, and other topics in drawing.
Based on his teaching at New York's Art Students' League, Kimon Nicolaides developed a system for teaching how to draw that can be followed by anyone. His approach to drawing concentrates on mastering the key concepts: contour, gesture, weight and structure."