UGC NET Paper 1 Mathematical Reasoning & Aptitude.pdf
Figure Drawing Powerpoint
1. Figure Drawing
More than ANY other subject matter, when we draw the human
figure, we tend to ignore what we see and draw from our imagination.
This is because the human figure is the most familiar of all subjects,
which makes it difficult to approach it without preconceptions.
2. Let’s look at three different types
of figure drawing:
Gesture
Contour
Volume
3. Gesture Drawing
Purpose: To Capture the pose of the model
in the quickest, most economical manner
Use drawing materials
Do a series of quick poses
Don’t be concerned with details
9. Contour Drawing
Purpose: To become more aware of the
outer edges of forms or figures.
Use drawing materials
Concentrate on the
outside edge of the model
or part of the body
Draw only when you are
looking AT the
model. You should look at
the model more than you
look at your paper.
13. • Contour drawings
should describe outer
AND inner contours.
Lines may turn
inwards to describe
fabric folds and other
details. Lines may
change thicknesses to
describe deep creases,
shadowed areas, or
subtle edges.
14. Volume Drawing
Purpose: To study the forms of the human figure
Use drawing materials
NO lines used (except for
initial light sketch)
Notice how clothing drapes
on the body. Visualize the
way the neck, arms,
shoulders, hips, legs, etc. join
below the fabric.
Use a wide range of values to
create depth, form,
highlights, shadows, texture,
etc.