: Explains hand positions, such as the "writing position" for detail and the "underhand position" for expressive strokes.

: Detailed guides on hatching, crosshatching, and blending to create realistic skin textures and volume. Part II: Anatomical Principles

is a comprehensive instructional guide and reference for figure drawing. Written by renowned artists Ken Goldman and Stephanie Goldman , the book serves as a "class-in-a-book" for artists of all skill levels. It combines hundreds of color photographs with step-by-step illustrations to teach users how to accurately render the human form in more than 500 poses. Quick Facts Authors : Ken Goldman and Stephanie Goldman . Page Count : Approximately 240 pages.