A guide to developing artistic animals that are creative, dynamic and anatomical, bridging the gap between foundational art and advanced techniques. It provides heights of dramatic and visual impact by applying locomotive animal anatomy as it relates to an animating and drawing with a specific focus on force, form and shape.
The second edition enhances the study of animal locomotion and design concepts for animators, featuring an expanded collection of images that illustrate the application of FORCE to various animals. It serves as a valuable resource for animators seeking to understand movement and anatomy in their work.
Dynamic Life Drawing for AnimatorsCapture the force in your life drawing subjects with this practical guide to dynamic drawing techniques - packed with superb, powerfully drawn examples that show you how * Bring your work to life with rhythmic drawing techniques* Create appealing and dynamic poses in your drawings* Experience the figure's energy in three dimensional space* Use the asymmetry of straight and curved lines to clarify the direction of force in the body* Build on your foundational anatomy and figure drawing skills to animate your drawings*Apply the theory of force to your on-location and animal drawing observationsWhether you are an animator, comic book artist, illustrator or fine arts' student you'll learn to use rhythm, shape, and line to bring out the life in any subject while Mike Mattesi's infectious enthusiasm will have you reaching for your pencils!Mike Mattesi is the owner and founder of Entertainment Art Academy (www.enterartacad.com) based in Southern California. He has been a professional production artist and instructor for the last fifteen years with clients including Disney, Marvel Comics, Hasbro Toys, ABC, Microsoft, Electronic Arts, DreamWorks and Nickelodeon.Audience Intermediate to advanced
Shows you how to use life drawing to discover the poses, features and personalities which form the basis of character and then build, develop and 'PUSH' your drawings to new heights of dramatic and visual impact for believable characters audiences can relate to.
Focusing on the intricacies of fabric, this sixth installment of the "FORCE" series offers artists a fresh perspective on drawing clothed figures. It provides expert guidance on understanding how clothing interacts with the human form, enhancing the accuracy and expressiveness of their artwork. The book is well-structured and features beautiful illustrations, making it an invaluable resource for artists looking to elevate their skills in depicting clothing.
Seeking new definitions of ecology in the tar sands of northern Alberta and searching for the sweetness of life in the face of planetary crises.
An investigation into gentrification and displacement, focusing on the case of Portland, Oregon's systematic dispersal of black residents from its Albina neighborhood.