Figure Drawing 1

Draw skeletal figure gestures in order to understand dynamics of the human body. Keep your initial lines fairly light and reserve darker lines for the objects closer to you (the viewer) in distance. Produce 10-15 figure drawings per week in your sketchbook.

Gesture drawings of human skeleton.

Exploring the volume of the figure using cross contour and ink wash.


Extended figure sketches.

 

Maxim Grunin - Landscape Painting 2011

Summer Green, 30"X40", oil on canvas, 2011

I can't help but get inspired by the summer landscape I find right around the corner from my house. Most of my days are spent working at the studio, but when I get outside there is this captivating environment calling for my attention.

Figure Painting by Maxim Grunin

In Dreams, 40"X30", acrylic on canvas, 2011