Graphics Reference
In-Depth Information
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FIG 7.8
Construction of a figure may make the animation of complex figures far easier. a: Photo of dog leaping for
a treat. b: Skeletal drawing of the same action. c: The simplified drawing of the dog leaping, identifying the joints,
connecting long bones, and the bulk of the body.
This approach to using construction to simplify a figure applies not only to
animation; it may be a very useful technique for making sketches of figures
when speed is important and you want to capture only posture, body
language, or animation.
Materials and Mark Making
The choice of suitable materials for life drawing is really important in
getting the results you require. Furthermore, to achieve a range of types of
drawing, it is necessary to use a range of materials. Some of these materials
will be suited to a particular approach to drawing or to a particular type
of image making. The scale and size of the drawing may be determined
in part by the materials you use. Fine-line pens, dip pens, and pencils are
all suited to making small to medium-sized drawings. Drawings of this
kind might be preferable when you're working in public places or in small
sketchbooks.
Large drawings may be suited to exploring particular aspects of a subject
that are difficult to deal with using drawing materials that create finer marks.
