Figures
Painting the figure - a personal approach by Ken Howard
Ken Howard outlines the various aspects which, for him, make painting the figure an exciting challenge.
How to paint figures in watercolour with Brian Smith – Part Two
How to incorporate larger-scale figures in your paintings, from quickly described summaries to detailed renditions, by Brian Smith.
How to paint figures in watercolour with Brian Smith – Part One
Brian Smith looks at some of the problems associated with rendering figures in watercolour, showing how to paint figures in the background and middle distance.
How to paint figures alla prima with Philip Tyler
Philip shows how to paint the figure alla-prima in oils, using the measured drawing approach
Verdaccio collage with Philip Tyler
Philip Tyler demonstrates how to explore the figure by making a collage in a range of tones made from just three colours.
Three Exercises for Life Drawing with Charles Williams
New English Art Club Drawing School curator Charles Williams suggests a series of exercises, based on observation and technique, which can help to improve your life drawing skills.