In this lesson, Patrick tackles the concept of “Drawing the Impossible,” using the Amanda pose to explore complex anatomy and rhythm. He delves into the realities of being a working artist, offering advice on staying motivated through small wins in freelance work. You’ll learn about navigating the “plateau” in your artistic growth, the power of visual tricks, and the importance of flexibility—both in gesture and career. By the end of this lesson, Patrick’s demonstrations will guide you through advanced contour techniques and integrating depth into your drawings, encouraging a balanced, evolving approach to your craft.

This lesson belongs to Figure Drawing for Fantasy Art. In this 12-week course, renowned fantasy artist Patrick Jones will guide you through the essentials of fantasy figure drawing and its crucial role in his painting process. You will learn to capture dynamic gestures, simplify complex anatomy, and develop compelling characters that drive narrative art. Patrick will demonstrate how foundational drawing elements—structure, rhythm, and composition—directly influence his painting decisions, from color selection to lighting. Additionally, you’ll delve into bonus content on directing models for reference shoots, where Patrick shares his techniques for capturing emotion, action, and storytelling through live poses. By the end of this course, you’ll possess the skills to create powerful fantasy figures and bring them vividly to life.

Throughout this course, you’ll have access to the NMA community for feedback and critiques to improve your work as you progress.