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Human Anatomy For Artists: The Elements Of Form
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The Power Of The Image Of The Nudethe Expressivity Of The Fleshhas Inspired Artists From The Beginning. An Understanding Of Human Form Is Essential For Artists To Be Able To Express Themselves With The Figure. Anatomy Makes The Figure. Human Anatomy For Artists: The Elements Of Form Is The Definitive Analytical Work On The Anatomy Of The Human Figure.No Longer Will Working Artists Have To Search High And Low To Find The Information They Need. In This, The Most Uptodate And Fully Illustrated Guide Available, Eliot Goldfingersculptor, Illustrator, Scientific Modelmaker, And Lecturer On Anatomypresents A Single, Allinclusive Reference To Human Form, Capturing Everything Artists Need In One Convenient Volume. Five Years In The Making, And Featuring Hundreds Of Photos And Illustrations, This Guide Offers More Views Of Each Bone And Muscle Than Any Other Book Ever Published: Every Structure That Creates Or Influences Surface Form Is Individually Illustrated In Clear, Carefully Lit Photographs And Meticulous Drawings. Informed By The Detailed Study Of Both Live Models And Cadavers, It Includes Numerous Unique Presentations Of Surface Structuressuch As Fat Pads, Veins, And Genitaliaand Of Some Muscles Never Before Photographed. In Addition, Numerous Cross Sections, Made With Reference To Ct Scans, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, And Cut Cadavers, Trace The Forms Of All Body Regions And Individual Muscles. Information On Each Structure Is Placed On Facing Pages For Ease Of Reference, And The Attractive Twocolor Format Uses Red Ink To Direct Readers Rapidly To Important Points And Areas. Finally, An Invaluable Chapter On The Artistic Development Of Basic Forms Shows In A Series Of Sculptures The Evolution Of The Figure, Head, And Hands From Basic Axes And Volumes To More Complex Organic Shapes. This Feature Helps Place The Details Of Anatomy Within The Overall Context Of The Figure.Certain To Become The Standard Reference In The Field, Human Anatomy For Artists Will Be Indispensable To Artists And Art Students, As Well As Art Historians. It Will Also Be A Useful Aid For Physical And Dance Therapists, Athletes And Their Trainers, Bodybuilders, And Anyone Concerned With The External Form Of The Human Body. With The Renewed Interest In Figurative Art Today, This Will Be An Especially Welcome Volume.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Human Anatomy for Artists: The Elements of Form'? A: The book primarily focuses on the anatomy of the human figure, providing artists with an analytical reference to understand human form through detailed illustrations and photographs.
- Q: Who is the author of this anatomy guide? A: The author is Eliot Goldfinger, a sculptor, illustrator, and lecturer on anatomy, known for his expertise in the field.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains 368 pages, offering comprehensive information on human anatomy for artists.
- Q: What features make this book unique for artists? A: The book features hundreds of illustrations and photographs, including detailed views of bones and muscles, unique presentations of surface structures, and cross sections based on advanced imaging techniques.
- Q: Is 'Human Anatomy for Artists' suitable for beginners? A: Yes, the book is suitable for both beginners and advanced artists, as it provides foundational knowledge of anatomy as well as advanced details.
- Q: What kind of binding does the book have? A: The book is available in hardcover binding, ensuring durability for frequent use by artists.
- Q: When was 'Human Anatomy for Artists' first published? A: The book was first published on November 7, 1991.
- Q: Does this book include information on artistic development? A: Yes, it includes a chapter on the artistic development of basic forms, illustrating the evolution of the figure, head, and hands.
- Q: Is the book helpful for professionals in fields like therapy or fitness? A: Absolutely, the book is a useful resource for physical and dance therapists, athletes, and trainers, providing insights into the external form of the human body.
- Q: What is the primary audience for this book? A: The primary audience includes artists, art students, and art historians, but it is also beneficial for anyone interested in human anatomy.