Figure Fundamentals Volume 1
Construction for Proportion and Gesture with Van Arno
Description
Drawing the human figure is a pivotal skill for artists in a range of fields. Story boarding, concept art, illustration, and animation portfolios rise and fall on anatomical dynamics. Artists of all levels of ability draw the figure to engage the part of our brain that revels in dramatic tension. Often our efforts to draw accurately, however, are undercut by our preconceived ideas about how things should look in a "good drawing” as well as our fear of drawing poorly. A strong foundation in fundamentals allows us to quickly see the pose in its entirety. In this demonstration and lecture we will be conscious of the proportion and gesture of the figure from the first stroke of the pencil. Other topics include anatomy, drawing methodology, foreshortening, light and shadow. This is a boot camp for beginners while also a valuable refresher for experienced artists looking for new perspectives from an accomplished artist. Van Arno is known for the powerful dynamics of his figurative work and this title kick starts his figure drawing series.
Duration: 2h 52m
Format: HD 1920x1080
Van Arno
Painter
Van Arno (1963-2021) was a Los Angeles–based figurative painter whose work has been exhibited in the U.S. and internationally for nearly 20 years. With a diverse background spanning illustration, amusement park design, 2D and 3D game art, animation, and character design, Van brought a unique perspective to the art world.
His paintings have been featured in Juxtapoz magazine and included in national surveys of Lowbrow painters. Fascinated by the imagery of propaganda and the heroic figure, Van focused on the power of the human form to captivate and engage viewers. His work continues to be admired for its dynamic, compelling figures and the way it blends narrative, emotion, and visual impact.
