Figure Drawing Progression: torso.

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It's plaster torso drawing in step by step breakdowns. You can find which principle I apply each stage.

  • Size: 24Hx18W inch.
  • Medium: Willow charcoal stick and general charcoall penciils on medium tooth paper.

STAGE 1
Positioning simple shape of torso with light lines.
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STAGE 2
Refining outlines and dark value on the most important part of this composition.
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STAGE 3
Various mid tone values.
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STAGE 4
Darkened shadw for higher contrast.
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STAGE 5
Dark tone on backgroung in order to make light part of torso pop out.
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STAGE 6
Refining detail.
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I'll post more progression references and welcome for any questions. Thanks. 😊

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3 columns
2 columns
1 column
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