The human Form

DP1 Lesson 18:
The Figure in Motion

In this lesson, we focus on drawing through direct observation. We learn how to study the human figure in motion through observation to capture anatomically correct body gestures in art. We draw sequences of body movement and view how artists throughout history have applied graphic study of body movement in their art.

Standards in this lesson:
Accomplished: VA:Cr2.1.IIa
Advanced: VA:Re9.1.IIIa
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 Lesson 18 Plan
 Lesson 18 Video Lesson and Project Demonstration
 Lesson 18 Worksheet: The Figure in Motion
 Art History Worksheet: Human Gesture in Art
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 Lesson 18 Figure in Motion Diagram
 Lesson 18 Figure in Motion Example
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 Lesson 18 Online Quiz
Drawing and Painting I provides young artists with foundational knowledge to simultaneously develop their unique creative vision and technical skill with drawing and painting media. Art history connections also encourage them to see themselves as part of a longstanding tradition of art making.
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