Figure Drawing: A Complete Guide

by Giovanni Civardi

This extensive guide to figure drawing brings together seven books from the successful Art of Drawing Drawing Techniques, Heads and Faces, Sketching People, Understanding Human Form and Structure, The Nude, Drawing Hands and Feet and Clothing on Figures.

This is an essential guide for anyone particularly interested in figure drawing, and includes in-depth studies of human anatomy by master artist Civardi. Civardi's technical advice and practical tips, accompanied by his own outstanding drawings, make this an invaluable resource for any portrait artist.

Genres: Art, Drawing, Nonfiction, Reference

440 pages, Paperback

Published October 24, 2016

About the author

Giovanni Civardi is a sculptor, ritrattista and illustrator.

In parallel with his studies at the Academy of Fine Arts in Brera, he studied medicine and surgery.

Ciondolo for more than ten years, he worked as an illustrator for newspapers, magazines, also making book covers.

He has made numerous personal exhibitions in Italy and abroad.

Author of drawing books for amateurs and aesthetics, he has been a professor of anatomy and drawing of the human body in public schools and private establishments.

Reviews

[Reeda Booke · Rating 5 out of 5]

Got this book from the library and I loved it so much, that I bought my own copy.
Very helpful with tons of good examples and helpful tips.

[Ian Dominic · Rating 5 out of 5]

A great reference for artists of all levels. This covers every topic with detail while remaining concise. Unlike some other art books, this one does not impose the author's style but instead teaches you to analyse form to translate into a drawing in your own style.

[Joshua Friesen · Rating 4 out of 5]

Pretty in depth and helpful.