IL 2550 - Life Drawing III: Human Anatomy

Credits: 3
Course Type: Studio

This figure drawing course allows students to further develop both observational and constructive drawing skills, using line of action and basic shapes. Students continue their study of anatomy while focusing on accurate proportions and creating believable forms using charcoal. Upon successful completion of this course, students will show improvement in their ability to apply perceptual, geometric/constructive, and anatomical modes to the drawing of the figure.

Prerequisites: FD 1380 - Life Drawing II

Course Learning Outcomes:

Analyze and de-construct figures with observational drawing, using line of action and basic shapes
Draw accurate figures (based on the cube/basic shapes in perspective) with imaginative, constructive drawing skills.
Demonstrate proficiency with charcoal while depicting the human form.
Identify all basic anatomical landmarks, structures, and muscles of the body.

IL2550 Course Learning Outcomes Rubric

Required Textbooks:
Classic Human Anatomy - ISBN: 978-0823024155
Required Course Materials:

Exacto Knife & Blades (or Utility Knife)
Spray Fix
Sketchbook
Tracing Paper Pad and/or Drafting Film
Graphite Pencils (1-4)
Charcoal Pencils or Conte (5 or more)
Vine Charcoal
Markers, Black & White (1-4)
Pastel Set (Color)
Drawing Board w/Clips
erasers (kneaded, magic rub);
Drawing Extras (blending stump, sandpaper, etc)
Plate Bond
Large Pad (Sketch)
Drawing Paper (Specialty)
Illustration Board (1-4)
Watercolor or Acrylic Synthetic Brushes (5 or more)
Painting Extras (rags, towels, pallette knife, etc.)
India Ink

**Materials may vary depending on the instructor, make sure to check with your professor before purchasing.