Glance through any collection of masterpieces--from ancient Greece to modern day--and you'll discover that artists have always devoted time and talent to portraying the human form. And, the male nude, in particular, is a favorite subject, as well as one of the most challenging. Using over 200 beautiful images executed in a classic, timeless style, an Italian artist and teacher shows how to capture the lines, shapes, and distinctive characteristics of the masculine body.First, he teaches the correct approach to figure drawing, with information on human anatomy and the many technical effects you can create. Hundreds of remarkably detailed line drawings, all with accompanying descriptions of major features, display the male form in a range of positions. Whether you want to catch the essence of man in repose or in action, from far away or close up, this encyclopedia practically guides your hand as you work! Copyright (C) Muze Inc. 2005. For personal use only. All rights reserved.