Unit 3: The Human Figure

Learning Outcomes

When you have completed this unit, you should be able to

• explain the concepts of human anatomy and the forces involved in human movement;
• explain the concept of bringing a sense of life and energy to a character; and
• explain human proportions and the way the figure is constructed of soft and hard forms to make movement possible.

Study Activity

Read Level 03 of the textbook:

• Gravity and Movement
• Proportions
• Skeletal Landmarks

Drawing Activity

1. Practice all the drawings that are covered in the topics of the Study Activity for this unit. You are not required to upload these drawings for marking and feedback.
2. Work through the tutorial “Human Anatomy Fundamentals: Balance and Movement,” and practice all the drawings that are covered in it. You are not required to upload these drawings for marking and feedback.
3. Watch the following YouTube videos to assist you in your drawing practice:

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