Drawing heads and hands

Known for his mastery of figure drawing and realistic style, illustrator Andrew Loomis (1892–1959) is still revered among artists and authors of comics and graphic novels. At one time, Loomis' commercial work in advertising and magazines was extremely successful. He created advertisements for such famous brands as Coca-Cola, Studebaker, Palmolive, etc.

In this book you will find recommendations for drawing perhaps the most complex parts of the human body - the head and hands. After reading it, you will be able to identify the differences and similarities in drawing heads of people of different sexes and any age, study the basic shapes and proportions of bones and muscles, master the reproduction of the mechanics of the mouth, eyes and lips, as well as the structure of the nose and ears. At the end, the author shared the secrets of drawing hands. In addition to practical recommendations, the publication contains reflections and observations about art. Loomis has inspired and continues to inspire many contemporary artists, such as renowned Marvel and DC illustrator Alex Ross. May this book inspire you too!