Figure it Out! Beginner's Guide to Drawing People

SKU
071855
ISBN
9781933027807
Grade 5-AD
Teaching Method
Traditional
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Charlotte Mason
A methodology based on the work of a 19th century educator who maintained that children learn best from literature (Living Books), not textbooks.
Classical
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Unit Study
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Montessori (Discovery)
A methodology based on the work of a 20th century educator that emphasizes student and sensory-driven discovery learning and real-life applications.
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Secular
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Neutral
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Christian/Religious
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Learning Modality
Auditory
Learns through listening, talking out loud or reading out loud.
Visual
Learns through seeing, prefers written instructions and visual materials.
Kinesthetic/Tactile (Hands-On)
Learns through moving, doing and touching.
Multi-Sensory
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Presentation
Sequential
Curriculum progresses through well-defined learning objectives. Emphasizes mastery before moving to the next topic.
Spiral
Topics and concepts are repeated from level to level, adding more depth at each pass and connecting with review.
Conceptual/Topical
Focus is on the “why,” often with a unifying concept as well as specific skills; coverage may be broader.
Teacher Involvement
Low Teacher Involvement
Student-led materials; parent acts as a facilitator.
Medium Teacher Involvement
A mix of teacher-led time and independent student work.
High Teacher Involvement
Teacher-led lessons; may utilize discussions, hands-on activities and working together.
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Description

This comprehensive drawing instruction book on the human form is presented in a pleasing, straightforward way. This book is a must have for middle school and up art students, cartoonists and illustrators wanting to better their skills at drawing people. The artist and author Chris Hart covers a variety of topics including heads, eyes and facial expressions, to full figures both male and female in front, side and rear views, as well as dynamic action poses. The human form is broken down to the basic geometric shapes and contour lines to help the artist achieve positive drawing results. 144 pgs, pb. ~ Emily

Publisher's Description of Figure it Out! Beginner's Guide to Drawing People

Chris Hart has a head for figures " human figures, that is. Not only does he draw them with incredible style and flair, he also has a friendly, accessible teaching style that makes his how-to books super-sellers. In this unique figure-drawing course, Chris avoids the usual anatomy lessons that intimidate aspiring artists and gets right down to the basics young illustrators need to get started. Starting with heads and facial expressions, he moves on to full figures, male and female, ideal and average, some in fashion poses and others in dynamic action. On every page, his practical advice and clear examples will help readers achieve terrific results " and have fun every step of the way.

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Product Format:Paperback
Brand:Sixth & Spring Books
Author:Christopher Hart
Grades:5-AD
ISBN:9781933027807
Length in Inches:11
Width in Inches:8.5
Height in Inches:0.375
Weight in Pounds:1.15
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