Morpho: Joint Forms and Muscular Functions: Anatomy for Artists

Morpho: Anatomy for Artists #5

by Michel Lauricella

The must-have guide for all artists who draw the human figure! In Joint Forms and Muscular Functions , artist and teacher Michel Lauricella presents a mechanical view of the human body. In the same way that paleontologists work, we can deduce the body’s muscular functions by studying the shapes of the bones. Starting with the joints, which are reduced to simple shapes such as pulleys and spheres, Lauricella teaches you their connections and correspondences with the muscular system, which is necessary for understanding movement. Geared toward artists of all levels, from beginners through professionals, this handy, pocket-sized book will facilitate your practice of imaginative drawing and will enrich your drawing from observation. Whether your interest is in figure drawing, fine arts, fashion design, game design, or creating comic book or manga art, you will find this helpful book filled with actionable insights. (Publisher's This book features an “exposed” binding style. This is intentional as it is designed to help the book lay flat as you draw.)
TABLE OF CONTENTS Foreword Introduction Head and Neck Torso Upper Limbs Lower Limbs Resources

Genres: Art, Drawing, Reference, Nonfiction

100 pages, Paperback

First published November 12, 2019

About the author

Michel Lauricella is a French artist who has worked at various fine arts studios in Paris and at Gobelins. He currently teaches at Lisaa and Fabrica 114 and is the author of various drawing manuals.

Reviews

[Tadgh · Rating 5 out of 5]

I got this alongside Morpho: Simplified Forms. This book pairs nicely alongside it. Providing drawn out diagrams and in depth descriptions of muscles and anatomy, broken down for easy readability. I'd recommend it for any studying artist who needs a good and portable book of anatomy for reference and study.