Art Models 6
High-Quality Photos of the Human Figure for Artists
Live Model Books provides artists and illustrators with high-quality, full-color photos of the human figure in 360-degree rotation, facilitating both novices and experts in their artistic practices. The resources include books, disks, and downloadable content that allow for easy access to desired poses. The Art Models project aims to enhance understanding of the human form through detailed reference materials. Special attention is given to lighting, studio space, and camera settings to create realistic images, mimicking the experience of observing live models. The variety of formats ensures affordability and convenience for artists. The human figure, with its intricate interplay of light, shadow, color, and texture, presents unique challenges. Social taboos surrounding the availability of nude models complicate the learning process. Live Model Books addresses this issue with the goal of fostering more and better figurative art.
Art Models 6: The Female Figure in Shadow and Light
The latest installment,"Art Models 6," authored by Maureen and Douglas Johnson, helps artists refine their skills in chiaroscuro—a technique vital for creating depth and drama in artwork. The book features a layout with two primary views per pose and includes close-up images of faces, hands, and feet, showcasing 94 poses in strong unidirectional lighting with over 200 printed photos. This resource offers a diverse range of body types and ethnicities, emphasizing important artistic concepts like foreshortening and perspective changes. It allows artists to study poses at their own pace, providing an opportunity for longer drawing sessions compared to direct model observation. The image retouching focuses on enhancing the essence of the models without altering their natural appearance. The book also includes additional features such as front and side views for each pose, detail views, and two bonus 360° poses, providing a comprehensive resource for creating figurative art.
