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In Anatomy for the Artist acclaimed artist and academic Sarah Simblet unveils the extraordinary construction of the human body and celebrates its continuing prominence in Western Art today. Using superb specially commissioned photographs of male and female models together with historical and contempory works of art and her own illustrations Sarah shows us how to look inside the human frame to map its muscle groups skeletal strength balance poise and grace. Selected drawings superimposed over photographs reveal fascinating relationships between external appearance and internal structure. Six drawing classes guide the reader to see the human body afresh offering techniques and attitudes that imagiatively show how to observe and draw the skeleton. head ribcage pelvis hands and feet. By investigating ten Masterworks the author shows the knowledge and ideas of different artists across tie ranging from Holbein's Christ Entombed to Edward Hopper's Hotel Room. Each masterclass presents a photographed model set in the same pose so that anatomical comparisons can be made. Understanding anatomy is often the key to an artist's understanding and interpretation of the body. This imaginative modern reference book will enhance the drawing and painting techniques of artists and every level.
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Sarah Simblet is an artist and academic specialising in anatomy. She has a studio in Oxford and holds the positions of Tutor in Drawing in the Ruskin School of Drawing and Fine Art, University of Oxford, and Visiting Lecturer in the Royal College of Art, London.
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45 of 45 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
After many years of looking for a really useful reference book of the human anatomy I have finally found an excellently produced publication. Anatomy for the Artist by Sarah Simblet is the next best thing to having a model in front of you. The book is full of excellent photographs of well chosen models and the inclusion of illustrations of bones and muscles on simulator paper over the photos is very useful. I only wish that this book Amazon's January sale as I'd like to buy another ten copies for all my artist friends! I would be pleased to know if the author has done a similar book on the anatomy of animals.
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
The human body has been constantly seen throughout history as one of the most important artist influences to the modern world. This is perhaps arrogant on the part of human existence but it does highlight one thing; if you want to get noticed in the art world chances are you'll need to brush up on your human anatomy!
I bought this book as a reference for the human body as I have little interest in life drawing classes at my university (bizarre I know). The first thing that strikes you when you open the book is how high the presentation is. Black and white backgrounds contrast perfectly and cut out the figure shapes well which is a must for creating your own renditions on paper. Another great touch is the transparent paper drawings of bones and muscle structure which overlaps onto the figures.
In terms of content this book has over 250 pages of human anatomy photos and drawings. These are divided into specific chapters such as the spine, the head and hands and feet just to name a few. It really covers all the bases of the human body.
If I am to point out fault it is with the books apparent obsession of human perfection. Every single model in this book is pretty much the pinnacle of what human perfection is viewed as in society. You won't find any references for less 'anatomically gifted' individuals. On another note you won't find anatomy of more diverse age groups; most of the models are in their 20's to 40's.
Any arguments against this book are seemingly minor and it does exactly what it sets out to do which is to provide an in-depth look at the human body and all it's details. I highly recommend Anatomy for the Artist for any artists out there in need of a good human reference book. It's almost worth sneaking out of life drawings for.
I bought this book as a reference for the human body as I have little interest in life drawing classes at my university (bizarre I know). The first thing that strikes you when you open the book is how high the presentation is. Black and white backgrounds contrast perfectly and cut out the figure shapes well which is a must for creating your own renditions on paper. Another great touch is the transparent paper drawings of bones and muscle structure which overlaps onto the figures.
In terms of content this book has over 250 pages of human anatomy photos and drawings. These are divided into specific chapters such as the spine, the head and hands and feet just to name a few. It really covers all the bases of the human body.
If I am to point out fault it is with the books apparent obsession of human perfection. Every single model in this book is pretty much the pinnacle of what human perfection is viewed as in society. You won't find any references for less 'anatomically gifted' individuals. On another note you won't find anatomy of more diverse age groups; most of the models are in their 20's to 40's.
Any arguments against this book are seemingly minor and it does exactly what it sets out to do which is to provide an in-depth look at the human body and all it's details. I highly recommend Anatomy for the Artist for any artists out there in need of a good human reference book. It's almost worth sneaking out of life drawings for.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
In teaching Art for the last 30 years I have yet to find a better reference book for Life Drawing. Whilst it could never replace the Life Class itself, it is full of excellent photographic imagery, anatomical detail and very high standards of draughtsmanship. It cannot recommend it highly enough.
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An outstanding book
Bought for my 17yo student daughter on the recommendation of my sister - a medical professional and artist of considerable talent. An oustanding book.
Published 8 months ago by Paul Blackwell
Excellent book
Very well presented and comprehensive book; a must have for serious artists. I have a few other anatomy books for artists, but found this one to contain all one needs.
Published 15 months ago by kikalma5
Excellent book
I bought this book on the recommendation of a friend. I'm so glad I did, it is excellent.
Published 19 months ago by Issyart
Such a wonderful resource
There is no other reference book that is as good as this. The book is huge, lots of pictures of anterior, exterior views of the various parts of the body, supplimented buy drawings... Read more
Published on 5 May 2010 by Tenchi
Anatomy for the Artist
The communication and delivery time to New Zealand was excellent and although the book was NOT well packed and the one layer of packaging had split open, I was impressed that the... Read more
Published on 30 April 2010 by AD MCBEATH
Greater than my great expectations!!!
Not only am I a working artist, I'm also studying to become a massage therapist and this book has proved an invaluable resource tool for both these areas of my life. Read more
Published on 14 April 2010 by Izzywhizzy
fantastic book
a must for anyone interested in anatomy, full of facinating and useful information and pictures, the photographic images are great as well, not everyone has access to a life model... Read more
Published on 20 Feb 2010 by Karen Weston
more beautiful than useful
I would have found this book more useful if each photograph related to detailed drawings of what was going on underneath in terms of bone and muscle. Read more
Published on 1 Nov 2009 by PiX
Anatomy for the Artist
This is the finest reference book that I have found for the details of the body. Bear in mind thought that these are athletes - their bodies are virtually perfect - not exagerated... Read more
Published on 2 July 2009 by m4blk
Excellent
A real must for those who really want to understand what it is they are actually drawing. Each part of the body is studied in detail, from head to toe we are taken on a detailed... Read more
Published on 11 Sep 2006 by A. Caird
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