IL 2750 - Life Drawing IV

Credits: 3
Course Type: Studio

This course focuses on understanding and drawing the anatomy of the human figure, with particular emphasis on the head and hands. Students improve their understanding of observational figure drawing through studies of the human body and by examining skeletal structures and muscle masses. Students also examine and render the effect of light on form. Upon successful completion of this course, students will have a greater understanding of human anatomy and an improved ability to render the complex human form with accurate proportions, anatomy, and perspective.

Prerequisites: IL 2550 - Life Drawing III: Human Anatomy

Notes: (Formerly IL 3610 Life Drawing IV)

Course Learning Outcomes:

Apply advanced understanding of human anatomy to accurately depict anatomical features.
Draw the human form and facial features with accurate proportions and correct perspective.
Accurately render (or shade) complex forms using principles of light and shadow/chiaroscuro.
Apply expression and gesture to drawings of the head and hands.

IL2750 Course Learning Outcomes Rubric

Required Textbooks:
ON-CAMPUS: The Artist’s Complete Guide to Facial Expression - ISBN: 9780823004324

ON-CAMPUS: Drawing the Human Head - ISBN: 978-0823013760
Required Course Materials:

Exacto Knife & Blades (or Utility Knife)
Spray Fix
Sketchbook
Masking Tape
Graphite Pencils (5 or more)
Charcoal Pencils or Conte (5 or more)
Vine Charcoal
Pastel Set (Color)
India Ink
Drawing Board w/Clips
erasers (kneaded, magic rub)
Drawing Extras (blending stump, sandpaper, etc)
Plate Bond
Large Pad (Sketch)
Drawing Paper (Specialty)
Toned Paper (5 or more)
Watercolor or Acrylic Synthetic Brushes (5 or more)

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