Drawing course : Anatomy

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With this course, you will learn step by step the various aspects of drawing the human body from different angles and shapes.

You will be able to depict a human frame with joints and articulations realistically connecting the bones together. Then, add various muscles to either give a specific or non-specific morphology to your characters. Ultimately, arrange the various limbs that make up the human body in a concrete manner.

This course simplifies the complex aspects of anatomy drawing, making them accessible to everyone. Start finally making your characters come alive and authentic.

This course requires being comfortable with one's approach to drawing (technique, ease).

Yohan Lacroix

Yohan Lacroix is an illustrator specialized in character drawing and anatomy. He also teaches in school, and thanks to his educational approach, he will teach you how to draw the human body from all angles and help you make your characters lively and authentic.

Course Plan:

Introduction

30 min

We begin this first chapter by explaining the history of anatomy in drawing. You will notably learn anatomical nomenclature to better understand the human body. These courses are fundamental for starting your training in the best possible way.

Tissues, Joints, and Morphology: This Is Life

140 min

The courses will focus on the basics of living anatomy. You will learn more about morphology, joints, as well as the theory of sketching from live models, with a demonstration to conclude the chapter.

The Structure of the Body - Part 1

216 min

We continue the training with a first part dedicated to the body's framework. You will explore various techniques to draw the human body, focusing particularly on bony landmarks, the structure of the skeleton, as well as the head and skull.

The Structure of the Body - Part 2

312 min

In this second part, we continue the study of the human body's framework, focusing on the rib cage, pelvis, and spine. You will also learn how to draw the muscles of the human body in detail, such as the abs, obliques, and back muscles.

Arms in Depth

261 min

Here you will learn how to draw arms in detail, focusing on the study of shoulder movements, elbow joints, forearm shapes, and the muscles of the front and back shoulders. These lessons will benefit you in your study of the human body!

Deep Dive into Legs

212 min

You will learn how to draw the muscles of the legs including the thighs and quadriceps. You will also learn all about the calf muscles as well as the shapes of the feet.

Conclusion

53 min

We conclude this final chapter by comparing the anatomy of humans and quadrupeds, and also addressing the anatomy of the arts. From now on, the anatomy of the human body holds no secrets for you. You can now put into practice all the techniques learned in this training!

Discover the course

Develop your observation, inspiration, and creativity

Master the complex keys of perspective, achieve your shapes, and match heights and volumes.

Learn the proportions of the human body, character joints, different parts of the face, and also design their clothing style

Understand the concepts related to light sources and draw shadows and reflections with coherence

Who is this course for?

Complete beginners who have never drawn before and are looking for a simple method to get started!

Artists wishing to review their knowledge of fundamental concepts and drawing techniques.

This course includes

+15h of video

50 video lessons

20 exercises

+50 downloadable resources

5 reference images

Student Projects

Student Reviews

Average site rating 4.9/5

I love this training, even though some exercises are a bit hard

maxart2020

Le 11/06/2024

A bit difficult for a beginner, but very informative. I've made good progress even though I still have 10 years of practice ahead of me.

julien2023

Le 07/06/2024

The training has helped me a lot in structuring my illustration projects.

jadelune

Le 28/05/2024

The explanations are clear, but I had a bit of trouble following certain passages.

neocrayon

Le 03/05/2024

15+ hours of courses

40+ video courses

28+ supports and exercises

Access this course now and gain unlimited access to 300+ more video courses, tutorials, and exercises - everything included in your Dessindigo subscription.

Full access to course

No commitment

100% flexible learning

Access to all courses

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