FNAR 421 Advanced Figure Drawing

Prerequisite: FNAR 322

Fall

Double Self-Portrait, Justine Barry                    Figure Study (Pamela), Zach Briggs

Emphasis on developing a personal approach to expressing

the human figure with advanced assignments including

serial imagery, homework, and artist research. Materials

will include achromatic media, as well as color pastel and

watercolor. Secondary emphasis is on holistic drawing

development using background and props to provide

proportional comparison for the human figure. Using a

nude model, the student will learn advanced techniques

on large-scale paper for portraying the human figure and

capturing movement. Half of the course will focus on

drawing in color, and introduce color concepts. Basic

anatomy and musculature will be taught and tested. The

student must purchase all personal and expendable art

material.