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Rodgon is a San Diego-based cartoonist and freelance illustrator, who worked in comics and animation. He loves passing on tips and inspiration to new artists. His motto: ‘Anyone can draw!’
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Learn to sketch a human figure the easy wayUse basic shapes to create volume and depthAvoid common drawing mistakes with expert tipsMap out body parts with guides for accurate proportionsDraw various body types from slim to curvy to buffDiscover how each part connects with others—like Lego piecesBreak down the face into clear sections for sketching at various anglesMaster accurate shape and volume for the eye, nose, ear, and mouthPractice front, profile, and ¾ views of the human figureUnderstand the shape, angle, and movement of the hips and legsSimplify neck and shoulder anatomy by using a “Compass” shapeDraw dynamic poses with foreshortening and overlapsThese methods are a complete game-changer; the best simplification of anatomy you’ve seen. Anatomy concepts will finally click for you, making so much sense that you’ll be unable to forget them!
You’ll learn more in this ONE course, than you have in the last couple years!—Guaranteed! Rodgon gives you a fun, approachable path to learning human anatomy, simplifying it like never before. He aims to make drawing easy and a pure joy. No more second-guessing yourself.
He shows you how to break down complex features into easy shapes and guides, mapping them out like a puzzle that fits together logically. Starting with the simplest techniques, your skillset will grow as you move from basic shapes to full figures.
From heads to hips, faces to feet, you’ll learn fool-proof methods to draw each part at various angles and understand their unique structures and how they move.
At every stage, you’ll get homework exercises to help you cement what you’ve learned, giving you a solid base for the next lesson. Watch your skills grow as you move from basic shapes to full figures in no time!
By the end, your friends and family will be in awe at your ability to confidently draw awesome human figures from scratch!
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Get to know your instructor and seasoned illustrator, Rodgon, and discover what’s in store for you in this course! Mastering foundational anatomy skills will level up your art like never before.
Let’s start off with some easy exercises to give you a solid foundation for drawing human anatomy like a pro!
As crazy as it may sound, learning basic skills like drawing spheres, cylinders, and cubes will be a huge asset later on, when creating legs, torsos, heads and more later on. Thank me later! 😀
Let’s take 3D shapes a step further by practicing how to stretch, shrink, and connect them to create variation and depth.
By mastering these techniques, you’ll gain confidence in bringing realistic volume and perspective into your artwork.
Foreshortening and overlapping shapes are essential techniques to create a sense of depth in human poses. By simply playing with the size, position, and perspective of shapes, you’ll find that complex poses become so much easier to draw!
Get ready to practice, experiment, and transform your art into 3D forms while having tons of fun!
Ever dreamed of having “x-ray vision”? Well, today is your lucky day! We’ll explore the power of drawing inside shapes to simplify complex anatomy.
By learning how to visualize and map out 3D forms (internally and externally) you’ll be able to draw proportions much more accurately!
Get ready to use everything you learned in the previous lessons to draw a human figure! This lesson strips anatomy down to its core components, helping you master the proportions and structure.
By discovering how easily all the various shapes connect—like Lego pieces—drawing the body will be far less intimidating for you!
In this lesson, we’ll use simple shapes like eggs, and cylinders to capture volume and connections of the neck, shoulders, and pectoral muscles.
With practical exercises, you’ll develop solid skills for drawing front, profile, and three-quarters views and tweak proportions for different character styles.
You’ll find out how easy it is to fill in anatomical details once you have a basic shape structure in place.
Get ready to explore how the hips and legs connect and master their shape, angle, and movement for realistic poses.
Using fun techniques like the “Beanbag” and “Swooshie” methods, you’ll master volume, depth, and foreshortening of the lower body.
Rodgon’s approach not only simplifies the hips and legs but also opens the door to better understanding poses with fluid motion and adaptable proportions.
In this lesson, we’ll focus on mapping out head and neck proportions. Rodgon breaks down the complex bone and muscle structures into clear, approachable concepts.
He shows you how to use the unique “compass” method for drawing the collarbone, the foundation of the neck and shoulders. You’ll also learn how to avoid common pitfalls, like oversized heads or awkward necks, and adapt proportions for different characters.
In this lesson, Rodgon reveals how to tackle one of the trickiest parts of human anatomy: the head and face! He shows you how to divide the head into six key elements, connect them like a puzzle, and practice rotating them.
You’ll build confidence with fun exercise of drawing heads from various angles. And don’t worry about making mistakes. They are essential for artistic growth and knowledge!
Mapping out a face like a puzzle, with each piece fitting together logically, will FOREVER transform the way you draw faces.
Aside from simplifying facial features in a way that a newbie can grasp, this method also gives you the creative freedom to change the face angle, shape, and style, while keeping everything proportionate.
It’s a total game-changer!
Let’s explore the Rule of Thirds, your gateway to mastering faces at all angles! You’ll learn how to build a framework for the face, by dividing it into sections. This method ensures the features are all aligned and look great from any angle!
After this lesson, you’ll have the skills to draw dynamic, expressive characters with confidence!
Considered the most expressive human feature – master the art of drawing eyes from the front, side, & ¾ view! By starting with simple shapes, Rodgon teaches you the structure, placement, and interaction of the pupils, eyelids, and eyebrows.
By the end, you’ll confidently sketch eyes that convey emotion and sparkle with life!
Drawing noses doesn’t have to be a struggle! With this amazing hack, you’ll be stunned at how simple it is.
By just using triangles and pyramids, you can create different nose shapes, from dainty to exaggerated, and directions, from upturned to downward-angled profiles. Prepare to be blown away (no pun intended)!
Mouths can seem tricky, but with these techniques, they’re surprisingly straightforward!
By treating the mouth like a globe and using simple guides, you’ll understand how to create accurate forms with volume and align the mouth with the nose and chin for a realistic fit. Even details, like lips and teeth will be a piece of cake for you after this lesson.
These body parts may seem hard to draw, but today you’ll master them in simple, manageable steps.
The ear’s placement defines head volume and guides jaw structure. You’ll discover how to place it correctly on the head and create its form from shape combos. We’ll also explore how the jaw connects to the neck and spine.
Best of all, you’ll learn to draw each part from the front, side, and back!
Arms and legs share a common blueprint but differ in details like tapering and proportions. Rodgon shows you how to draw both and how they connect to the body.
Discover how to draw natural arm movement using the collarbone as a pivot point, making characters look strong, delicate, or anything in between.
You’ll also master foreshortening, the secret to creating the illusion of depth and perspective by simply adjusting the size of shapes and overlapping them.
Let’s zero in on the arms now, learning how to give them volume and connect them correctly to the torso for realistic motion and size.
You’ll learn to play with proportions, like widening shoulders or emphasizing specific muscle groups. We’ll also explore muscle structure and a three-point system for crafting shoulders.
Lastly, discover how to create front, three-quarter, and profile views of the human figure—whether sleek or buff.
Drawing legs doesn’t have to be difficult! Rodgon simplifies the process by using shapes like cones, circles, teardrops, and the trusty ‘Swooshie.’
You’ll learn to build realistic leg structures, understand proportions, and explore how muscles overlap from all angles—front, back, and side. We’ll also tackle pivot points like the hips and knees to add dynamic movement.
Ready to tackle one of the most expressive parts of the human body—hands? Rodgon shows you easy techniques to construct hands from circles, boxes, and cylinders, using the “lollipop approach” to map out key points like knuckles and wrist.
You’ll also learn how to measure proportions, understand finger movement and dynamic hand gestures that look natural.
Rodgon demystifies drawing feet, transforming it into a fun, manageable exercise. By comparing feet to hands, you’ll grasp the proportions faster, and be able to map out toes, knuckles, and foot arches with ease.
Additionally, we’ll explore how feet connect to the legs and pivot naturally, which gives you a foundation for creating dynamic poses and realistic motion.
In this final lesson, we’ll design unique body types, from superheroes, pin-ups, beer bellies to charming chibi figures.
By mastering concepts like contrapposto, you’ll create dynamic, balanced poses that feel alive and full of personality, whether for relaxed stances or action-packed shots.
The goal here is to equip you with the tools and skills to elevate your art and inspire others as well! Keep drawing. Keep learning!
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Rodgon (aka Rodrigo Gonzalez) is a San Diego-based cartoonist and illustrator. A late bloomer into art, he began his journey at 18 and has not looked back since.
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