Figure Drawing
by Joie on Jan.30, 2009, under Studio
Figure Drawing – 30 minute graphite on drawing paper.
This past Tuesday I attended a figure drawing class at Gaijin Studios in Norcross. It felt great to get back to studying the human form after having not had a live model since 2007; it’s usually difficult to find a class after you’re out of college.
The people at the studio were great, and the model was interesting and dynamic. She had a few problems with holding her head in place, but that is to be expected.
Within the first few moments, I realized just how rusty I’ve become– I still suffer from not being able to focus on the model as opposed to filling in the details from the information in my head. Obviously it won’t turn out as accurately in that case. That’s definitely something I need to work on next time.
Figure Drawing – 5 minute graphite on drawing paper.
I got some great feedback from the instructors running the class. They want me to try out some pastels, and capture the figure with just forms, color and minimal linework. I think it’s an excellent challenge, and will help push my figures to the next level. Always room for improvement!
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February 1st, 2009 on 6:55 am
Congrats on your new site, Joie! It’ll be fun and interesting to follow your artistic adventures.
February 3rd, 2009 on 11:48 am
I love seeing figure drawing! Your work here is lovely.
I’d love to take another figure drawing class myself. I look forward to seeing more of your stuff. ^^
February 19th, 2009 on 4:29 pm
Thanks, I appreciate it! Figure drawing really is the best way to learn the human figure. I’ve been doing it for years and STILL have so much to learn, so that’s why I’m thankful that I found one nearby.
February 19th, 2009 on 4:30 pm
Just as it is interesting to follow your writing adventures on your own blog!