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The Human Figure by David K. Rubins

The Human Figure

An Anatomy for Artists

David K. Rubins

Penguin Publishing Group · Print & ebook · September 15, 1975

This anatomy book for artists is an invaluable quick reference guide on both the construction and the outward appearance of the male and female figures.

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Who it’s for
A reference to figure construction, anatomy, and the body’s appearance in repose and movement.
Themes
Human anatomy for artists, Accurate human-figure drawing, Bones, muscles, and joint movement
Genres
Figure Drawing & Human Form, Life Drawing, Art Reference

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This anatomy book for artists is an invaluable quick reference guide on both the construction and the outward appearance of the male and female figures. It contains more than 250 illustrations of the human body. Never before have such superb examples of the complete bone and muscle structure, including the principal movements of the joints, been presented for the use of the student and practicing artist.

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In addition, the drawings in detail of all parts of the figure in repose and movement -- the head, torso, arms, hands, legs, and feet -- form a complete guide to the accurate depiction of this most difficult of all subjects, the human figure. Every artist who wishes to reach the peak of his or her profession, whether a draftsman, illustrator, sculptor, commercial artist, or painter, must have a good grounding in the construction of the human figure, however abstract is his or her final approach. Not only can the reader learn the essential characteristics of every part of the human body, but can refer again to the illustrations of details that will help rectify specific drawing problems.

Figure Anatomy

A reference to figure construction, anatomy, and the body’s appearance in repose and movement.

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  • Bone and muscle structure, including principal joint movements
  • Detailed drawings of the head, torso, arms, hands, legs, and feet

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  • More than 250 illustrations of the human body
  • Coverage of male and female figures

Where it sits

Life Drawing70%
Figure Drawing & Human Form63%
Art Reference36%

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Publisher categories

  • Drawing Techniques
  • Figure Drawing & Human Form
  • Unlocking Creativity
Authors
David K. Rubins
Publisher
Penguin Publishing Group
Published
September 15, 1975
Format
Print & ebook
Theme
Human anatomy for artists · Accurate human-figure drawing · Bones, muscles, and joint movement
Reading lane
Drawing Techniques