In this lesson, Patrick deepens your understanding of figure drawing through a series of studies focusing on heroic anatomy and dynamic poses. Using the “Perseus” and “The Gorgon’s Dance” studies, he demonstrates techniques for foreshortening and rhythm, emphasizing the importance of emotional engagement with your subject. You’ll learn how to work with light and shadow, adjust perspective through horizon lines, and balance focus in your drawings. By the end of this lesson, you’ll be able to capture powerful poses and infuse the heroic elements of fantasy art into your figure work.

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.