Patrick J. Jones, the esteemed, multiaward-winning figurative artist and teacher, invites you to dive deep into the art of drawing the human figure.
Follow his step-by-step guidance, illustrated by his striking artworks, including his coveted annotated “Masterclass study sheets”.
From choosing the right drawing tools to identifying the key landmarks of the body, Patrick’s invaluable pointers and detailed notes create a comprehensive guide to drawing the human figure with style and grace for beginners and pros alike.
New revised and updated edition.
Foreword by Kiri Leonard, a fantasy illustrator with a heritage steeped in ancient Nordic myth and folklore. Kiri grew up in the village of Boeslum in Denmark, the oldest kingdom in Europe, and studied at the Academy of Fine Arts in Aarhus before crossing the Atlantic to attend the Pratt Institute in New York. She currently lives in Austin, Texas, where she works as a full-time artist and illustrator of magical mythology, folklore and fairy tales.
Patrick J. Jones is an award-winning sci-fi and fantasy artist and teacher. His work is collected worldwide, and his client list includes Disney, Lucasfilm and Roc Books. Patrick grew up in Belfast, Northern Ireland, during the worst years of “the Troubles”. Influenced by artists Boris Vallejo and Frank Frazetta, he spent long days in the sanctuary of rooftops, drawing and dreaming of becoming a fantasy artist to the din of street riots below. Today, Patrick mentors students online from his studio in Brisbane, Australia, occasionally travels to draw at the world-renowned New Masters Academy and is an instructor at Proko.com.
