Drawing the Draped Figure - (Dover Anatomy for Artists) by George B Bridgman (Paperback)

This comprehensive guide by George Bridgman, one of the nation's foremost teachers of figure drawing, offers expert advice on depicting draped figures with accuracy and realism.

With 200 black-and-white illustrations, students learn the characteristics of seven different kinds of folds and how to render them, including pipe, zigzag, spiral, half-lock, diaper pattern, drop, and inert folds.

Mastery of these principles is key to realistic portrayal of garments and proper rendering of cloth in still lifes.

This practical, hands-on manual by a master of figure drawing is sure to be a valuable resource for art students, teachers, and professionals alike.