Female Figure - James Martin Tutorial

This tutorial features a complete figure drawing tutorial by renowned artist James Martin, demonstrating his process of sketching from a live reference. The tutorial is divided into three detailed parts, covering the fundamentals of gesture, structure, and final rendering.

Throughout the lesson, the artist explains his thought process and actions on the paper - showing not only how he draws, but why each stroke and decision matters. You’ll gain valuable insight into professional observation, composition, and form construction.

The video lessons are optimized for both desktop and mobile viewing (via online access on Dropbox), so you can study comfortably from any device. Each step reveals how to capture form, rhythm, and anatomy with clarity and confidence - from the initial sketch to the refined tonal drawing.

Alongside the tutorial, you’ll also receive the original reference photo used in the lesson, making it easy to practice and compare your progress.

Perfect for artists studying classical figure drawing, anatomy, or gesture sketching, this pack bridges the gap between observation and artistic interpretation.

If you are interested in the model shown in the lesson, you can purchase the pack 1000+ Powerful Redhead Girl Poses - Art by James Martin.

📌 What You Will Learn:

• Understanding gesture and form through direct observation
• Building accurate structure and proportions from reference
• Rendering light and volume with expressive strokes
• Professional insights into figure drawing workflow

⏱️ Tutorial Duration:
3 parts, 20 minutes each - 1 hour of full practical training 

💻 Tools Needed:
Paper & pencil, or any preferred 2D software (Procreate, Photoshop, etc.)

👩‍🎨 Who This Tutorial Is For:
Artists learning academic figure drawing, gesture sketching, or anatomical studies, as well as illustrators and students looking to strengthen their fundamentals.

📷 Includes the original photo reference used in the demonstration.

About James Martin: James Martin earned his B.F.A. with Distinction in Illustration from the Art Center College of Design in Pasadena. He has an extensive background in the film and advertising industry, having collaborated with notable figures such as Lorne Michaels, Spike Lee, and Steven Spielberg. For over 20 years, James has contributed his expertise to major animation studios, including Walt Disney Feature Animation and DreamWorks Animation, working on films like The Hunchback of Notre Dame, Tarzan, and How to Train Your Dragon. In addition to his professional work, he is dedicated to teaching and currently serves as a Professor in the Illustration department at Ringling College of Art and Design in Sarasota, Florida.

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