Based on the following books in the Art of Drawing series by Giovanni Civardi published by Search Press: Drawing Techniques (2002), Drawing Portraits (2002), Drawing the Clothed Figure (2005), Drawing Hands & Feet (2005), Drawing Scenery (2002), Drawing Light & Shade (2006), The Nude (2007). ... Also based on Giovanni Civardi's Complete Guide to Drawing published by Search Press, 2006--P. facing t.p.;Translated from the Italian.
GIOVANNI CIVARDI was born in Milan in 1947. While training to become a sculptor, portrait artist and illustrator at the Free Life-Study School of the Accademia di Brera, he also studied medicine and surgery. For over a decade, he worked as an illustrator, producing commissions for newspapers, magazines and book covers. During frequent trips to France and Denmark, Civardi put on one-man exhibitions of this work and pursued his interest in studying the relationship between medical anatomy and the human form as depicted by the artist. His experience gained from teaching anatomy, life drawing and portraiture in schools and institutions over many years has led to the publication of numerous books in which Civardi's experiences are brought into focus.
"Giovanni Civardi's new publication presents a classically disciplined and traditional approach." --"Artist"
"Rather like a 'Greatest Hits' album, this is an amalgamation of seven previous books, each devoted to specific aspects of drawing technique." --"Artists & Illustrators"
Previously published as Giovanni Civardi's Complete Guide to Drawing 9781844482061 and now includes "The Nude" 9781844482443
This is an essential book for anyone learning to draw, or wishing to improve their drawing. Starting with the basics of drawing techniques, Civardi gives expert advice on drawing portraits, the clothed figure, hands and feet and scenery, finishing with a section on the importance of light and shade. Civardi's technical advice and practical tips, accompanied by his own outstanding drawings, make this an invaluable resource for any artist.
Search Press
Pub Date: March 10, 2010
1.0" H x 8.5" L x 6.1" W
440 pages
Paperback