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An Introduction to Drawing the Human Body by Giovanni Civardi
Category: Art
Written with clarity and enthusiasm, and using numerous examples of his own work as teaching aids, Civardi provides the reader with a firm grounding in observation, anatomy, proportion, body structure, perspective and composition. The exploration of static versus dynamic poses provides the artist with a ...Show more
Artist's Guide to Human Anatomy by Giovanni Civardi
Category: Art
A beautifully illustrated introduction to the study of human anatomy by best-selling artist and author, Giovanni Civardi. In this comprehensive guide, Civardi combines his stunning anatomical drawings with annotations explanatory photographs and concise theory to offer the learning artist an accessible ...Show more
Clothing on Figures: How to Draw Folds, Fabrics and Drapery by Giovanni Civardi
Category: Art | Series: The Art of Drawing
In figurative art, sketching the clothed figure requires a detailed study of the folds of the garment and the way in which fabrics sit in relation to the movement of the human body. In this book, Giovanni Civardi shares his expert advice on how to draw clothing on human figures exploring lighting, persp ...Show more
Drawing Animals Using Grids by Giovanni Civardi
Category: Art
Learn how to use the grid technique to draw accurate sketches of your cats, dogs and horse from photographs and more, with the help of master artist Giovanni Civardi. From world-renowned artist Giovanni Civardi, this highly practical guide to drawing your favourite animals in a variety of posses uses th ...Show more
Drawing People Using Grids by Giovanni Civardi
Category: Art
Learn how to use the grid technique to draw accurate sketches of people from photographs and more, with the help of master artist Giovanni Civardi. From world-renowned artist Giovanni Civardi, this highly practical guide to drawing people of all ages and in a variety of poses uses the traditional gr ...Show more
Drawing Portraits: Faces and Figures by Giovanni Civardi
Category: Art | Series: Art of Drawing S.
Brimming with practical advice and packed with everything from simple exercises and studies to landscapes, buildings and portraits, this excellent series is ideal for all those wanting to learn how to draw - or for those wanting to improve their skills. Giovanni Civardi discusses composition, perspectiv ...Show more
Drawing: The Complete Guide by Giovanni Civardi
Category: Art | Series: Art of Drawing Ser.
This is an essential book for anyone learning to draw, or wishing to improve their drawing. Starting with the basics of drawing techniques, Civardi gives expert advice on drawing portraits, the clothed figure, hands and feet and scenery, finishing with a section on the importance of light and shade. Civ ...Show more
Drawing Using Grids : Portraits of Babies & Children by Giovanni Civardi
Category: Art | Series: Drawing Using Grids
From world-renowned artist Giovanni Civardi, this highly practical guide to drawing babies and children uses the traditional grid technique to make the drawing process both simple and accessible. Starting from a photograph, Civardi shows you how to create an accurate pencil sketch of the subject by over ...Show more
Drawing Using Grids: Portraits with Character by Giovanni Civardi
Category: Art | Series: Drawing Using Grids
From world-renowned artist Giovanni Civardi, this highly practical guide uses the traditional grid technique to make the process of creating a characterful portrait drawing both simple and accessible. Starting from a photograph, Civardi shows you how to create an accurate pencil sketch of the subject by ...Show more
Drawing- a Complete Guide: Nature by Giovanni Civardi
Category: Craft
Learn to draw the natural world in this fascinating and accessible guide by master-artist Giovanni Civardi.Beginning with the key drawing methods and materials you'll need to start your artistic journey, along with advice on drawing perspective and light and shade, learn to sketch country scenes, fruit, ...Show more
Drawing the Female Nude by Giovanni Civardi
Category: Art | Series: Art of Drawing Ser.
Giovanni Civardi explores and explains the intricate process of depicting the female nude. From choosing your method of representation and deciding whether to draw from life or from photography, every facet of drawing the female nude is covered in this in-depth reference book, a valuable resource for an ...Show more
Drawing the Male Nude by Giovanni Civardi
Category: Art | Series: Art of Drawing Ser.
Giovanni Civardi breaks down the complex process of drawing the male nude, from making rudimentary choices about framing, lighting and the most appropriate drawing tools, to rendering detailed and anatomically accurate artworks. Civardi's own masterful drawings provide an excellent touchstone for the ar ...Show more