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10.5 Drawing the human figure

Because we are human, we understand the expressions of the
human well. Thus, in art, we desire to draw or paint human
figures. However, drawing human figures is one of the most
difficult skills in art, and it needs continuous practice. First, we
can do quick sketches of the gestures and postures of human
figures by observing then1. As mentioned in the early chapter,
the proportion of the head should be considered while drawing

a hu1nan figure. Ideally, an adult is equal to seven and half of
the size of the head, while children have around four tiines their
head. We know that not all hu1nans have the san1e features in
height, weight, volume, etc. So1ne samples of quick sketches are
provided below. One can also practice by drawing eyes, ears,
nose, and limbs separately to understand the detail of hun1an
figures.

Quick Sketch

To quickly draw hu1nan figures is called quick sketching which
capture the gesture of hun1an being. Quick sketching develops
confidence and develops drawing skills. The best place to do

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