Description
The must-have guide for all artists who draw the human figure!This small, portable book presents a unique perspective on the human body for artists to study and implement in their drawing work. In this book, artist and teacher Michel Lauricella simplifies the human body into basic shapes and forms, offering profound insight for artists of all kinds, sparking the imagination and improving one’s observational abilities. Rather than going the traditional route of memorizing a repertoire of poses, Lauricella instead stresses learning this small collection of forms, which can then be combined and shaped into the more complex and varied forms and postures we see in the living body.Geared toward artists of all levels—from beginners through professionals—this handy, pocket-sized book will help spark your imagination and creativity. Whether your interest is in figure drawing, fine arts, fashion design, game design, or creating comic book or manga art, you will find this helpful book filled with actionable insights.(Publisher's Note: This book features an “exposed” binding style. This is intentional, as it is designed to help the book lay flat as you draw.)TABLE OF CONTENTSForewordIntroductionHead and NeckTorsoUpper LimbsLower LimbsResourcesMichel Lauricella was trained at the Ecole Nationale Superieure des Beaux-Arts in Paris. He has taught morphology for 20 years, successively at the Emile Cohl School in Lyon, Beaux-Arts workshops in Paris, and the Gobelins (Paris). He is currently a professor at Lisaa (Paris) and at Fabrica1 (Paris).ForewordIntroductionHead and NeckTorsoUpper LimbsLower LimbsResourcesLearn and see how you can use synthetic forms to sketch the human body. In this book, Michel Lauricella presents both his artistic and systematic methods for drawing the body, to help you understand the anatomical detail. Rather than memorizing a repertoire of poses, author Michel Lauricella stresses learning this small collection of forms, which can then be combined and shaped into the more complex and varied forms and postures we see in the living body. Morpho is also crafted to be easily referenced in your sketching journey. Generate Press release and distribute to identified, aligned publications and members of the media Promote product through Rocky Nook site and social media channels Establish affiliate programs to sell/market new title Work with author to generate relatable content to share alongside the release of book (how-to, blog post, photo contest, social promotions ) Identify and target key influencers and extend outreach Michel Lauricella Bio:Michel Lauricella was trained at the Ecole Nationale Superieure des Beaux-Arts in Paris. He has taught morphology for 20 years, successively at the Emile Cohl School in Lyon, Beaux-Arts workshops in Paris, and the Gobelins (Paris). He is currently a professor at Lisaa (Paris) and at Fabrica1 (Paris).
