Figure Drawing Demo

[ipose4you]

What a very nicely done video!! I'm a model and I have been working on art videos from the model's perspective. I think even non artists are interested in the art world. As a model it's gratifying to be able to contribute to the wonderful work artists like you do.

[RavenRof]

I have this DVD. its fantastic o_o

[cyrilharrisjr]

impressive

[immortaliserwow]

I wish I had such teachers at my uni-real teachers with skills and knowledge, not the old fucks that I argue with every day and who have last painted when they were my age, and now they take their checks and dont give a flying shit

[saimonoriginal]

omg you are an incredible painter.

[FiendofDA]

Wow that is amazing maybe in time with some practice i can be as good!

[Noah7754]

what kind of pencil and paper is that your using in the beginning?

[TheBoticello]

draw through the Bammes - Wir Zeichnen Den Menschen, and you will know all the things you need :)

[tobaccoflavouredrink]

1.08 was pure gold

[Hwaigon]

sir, let me tell you that I deeply respect your skill, as I have come across a lot of sh*t concerning anatomy and figure drawing. I don't know, whether it's been your aim, but, your figures really DO look like those of Da Vinci - nice, clear, sharp and visible structures. I've been having problems with figure myself and I appreciate any good video on the topic (and there's not much of it, both in the internet or in bookstores...) I also love your writing, it's so appropriate to the whole !!!

[MrMrn1991]

Mentler... know him from conceptart. Altough everything he does, I mean his work, seems a bit strange to me, I really admire his skills, technique and style...

[WordWizard1]

this is a good video..i found barrington barbers tutorial books a big help when beginning with learning anatomy and proportion. i recently made my first video post on youtube, it's a time lapse life drawing too, but and i am half afraid to mention it on any page as i don't want to be spamming, i really just need some feedback and opinion from people with a mutual interest.. if anyone would drop by my channel and have a look and leave a comment, i would gladely reciprocate

[Tomekwinxs]

What is the name of the song? Anyone know? Great video!

[figurativearts]

My first DVD in the Heads, Faces & Features series is ready to purchase. Volume One covers the structure of the skull and muscles of the face and neck.

You can buy it now at tsofa.com

[belafaia]

@figurativearts 

[zenstories]

Any news about the release of the DVDs? Will they be available as a digital download as well for the convenience of non-US based customers?

[ussop92]

this is probably a really bad question. But for the first drawings what materials and paper did you use?

[HatchetsNCleavers]

Would love to buy a DVD!

[Nekentros]

What is the name of this music if you dont mind me asking?

[sheldonsartacademy]

Wow great drawings! Love the figures. Check out our stuff at Sheldon's Art Academy . com!

[Kinegan]

Hope I can be as good as Mr. Mentler one day. Practice Practice.

[TimeshipStudio]

Outstanding art and great lessons, thanks a lot!

[djekDripper]

michael mentler is my idol!!!! drawings are perfect, I am stuned by the way he work....

[Fuidama]

Oh I totally recognized Mentler's (bone doctor) stuff from CA. Very cool forms/structure.

[sheldonsartacademy]

You are very good!! Take a look at some of my stuff!! sheldonsartacademy

Sheldon

[pacolaz1]

hey looking forward to the dvd. when is it coming out? much respect from nyc.

[attffgg]

Mr. mentler, your art is impressive and inspiring. the creative distortions are amazing!

[yixiazi]

Congratulations on the great media attention as of late. Looking forward to seeing the new vids and all. Right now we're watching a lot of Hale, but would like to get your vids.

[figurativearts]

The first DVD should be ready in a few weeks... will start taking pre-order in a couple of weeks.

It is the first of two on faces and features and is over an hour an a have on the side and front view of the skull plus the muscles of expression. The cost will be around 49.00

[aliendoggy]

@figurativearts Is the dvd out?

[sullenboy1o3o]

@figurativearts

Its been years!!

[sullenboy1o3o]

@figurativearts

When is it gonna be released already??!!!!

[Honken]

Someone really likes Da Vinci. Can't blame you, so do I.

[GandaraVideos]

You're a cool artist.  I wish I could draw like that... 5 stars...

[v0lc0me]

I am very excited for these dvd's I have a feeling they will help me excel a lot.

[architectus777]

Hey, try the pose challange on my channel. A figure in 90 seconds, it's fun.

[figurativearts]

They first DVD on the skull and muscles of expression will be out very soon.

[MsDementedArts]

hey do you happen to know if the dvd is out yet for this?

[LeeJamYam]

I'm learning this this winter, this videos making me so stoked

[bujgu]

Are there any updates on availablility ?

[422537jb]

incredible

[stevejjd]

Who is the presenter?

[NebS87]

Any news on a release date for the DVD? I'd definitely buy a copy.

[figurativearts]

Hate all the delays but we are trying to make these the best available! Should not be to long ...

[figurativearts]

Faces & Features should be available within a few weeks.

[stevejjd]

What forum or mailing list do I consult to be informed when the DVD's are available?

regards.

[stevejjd]

What is the release date? I want to purchase these DVD's.

[stevejjd]

I cant wait till I get my hands on these DVD's

[rakzda]

hiya dis iz a gud video ya know?

bye rakz.

[puppeteye]

nice presentation!

[DigitalWolfed]

looks amazing...now anyone has a direct link where I can get these DVDs??

[painterger]

this is the famous bone doctor? amazing!

[ApolloDynamic]

Very good, FigurativeArts!

[GriNGoLocoTe]

Looks interesting.

[FredericWatts]

At the end it should have said, BAD-ASS in that quake arena voice

[liamdotc]

mentler ! /cheers man !!!!

[ApatheticApe]

YOU'RE A WIZARD, HARRY

[paperbagyermom]

really great artist, but he looks like a wizard

[Scheisshund]

he is a wizard, 'cause his art is magic

[InSaneTK]

I love your interpretation, insight and dynamism in drawing anatomical figures. Gonna get that DVD without question.

[Immi]

amazing

[NeccoWecco]

Figure drawing, contour drawing and gesture drawing are very fun =)

[Mosin54r]

The sketches that he show cased through out this clip are phenominal.

[doyouknowthisperson]

Great work, check out the vids at my channel and tell me if you know anybody!!!

MilkAllFat

[MasterThief1324]

If you don't mind me asking,

What song was used for this video?

[Aaron2071]

So... Life drawing is a form of aesthetics and the study of bodily aesthetics? I'm REALLY new to this, but it seems most of the people drawn have larger thighs than average. Is this the style? Or is there not a particular form or weight that the drawn people must have? Because most of the people drawn seem to be rather... well.. hefty. :/

[MikeTFP]

Most of the figures he draws are without models.

[Aaron2071]

ok. ^_^ they're really good, just slightly hefty for my tastes :)

[Lyris5]

No one's forcing you to fuck his drawings.

[Aaron2071]

Wow... not exactly what I meant... I was just meaning that for aesthetics I like the more slender anime-like bodies. And you have to admit, a lot of these people are rather hefty. That is the only reason I asked if it was the art style, or merely the style of the artist himself... I didn't think I'd be assaulted by people who are offended by my honest questions and opinions. :(

(for those who aren't offended by my question, IS it the art style to draw them more hefty?)

[Lusa5]

umn....I guess...

[Lyris5]

No worries. I was just messing with you. Yes that's his style, but not all of his figures. look like that.

[PachucoDesigns]

The difference is that anime bodies are generally anatomically incorrect, and his drawings are mostly anatomically correct. To draw in the anime style is a stylistic choice. But to be good at it, you have to know the rules before you can break them.

[Aaron2071]

got it. Thanks for the tip.

[PachucoDesigns]

Not a problem. Just understand, the anime style really shouldn't be the first thing you learn. It's a good style, it has its place, but it can teach a lot of bad habits if you aren't classically trained first. I've done some training as an animator and conceptual artist, and it was one of the first things I learned, unfortunately. I have a lot to unlearn. lol So just be careful of that.

[Aaron2071]

Yeah! I've been noticing that. Like, when drawing my hand, I drew it JUST LIKE my hand looks, but it looked "wrong" because it was right, if that makes sense. I mean, I've begun realizing that in order to draw proper anime you have to draw it how one would perceive it to be, rather than how it really is. Like the hand-- it is shaped rather differently from a REAL hand, therefore you have to draw it differently, or people will think you "messed up" even if it looks like a real hand.

[PachucoDesigns]

Yeah, that's about the size of it. Like I said, though, you have to know the rules before you can break them. It's always best to have a grasp of the fundamentals before you attempt to form a style.

[chaosintodarkness]

love it, mentler!

[scottewen]

Great work.

totally off topic but his voice and delivery totally remind me of Ricky Jay,

[steakswans]

looks good mate

[GlobalDervish1]

Just beautiful work - very impressive. Just subscribed & looking forward to more!

P.S. - Hey, MANNYDRAWS - this isn't the place to advertise yourself, it's the place to comment on THIS artist. Doesn't make me want to visit your videos - at all.

[digitalArtform]

Looking good!

[razielze]

beautiful stuff doc!!

[ultimabluesky]

whats the wooden pole he holds for???? I can't wait till this dvds come out!!!!

[drummermonkey]

the wodden pole is used for measurments.

[Marllang]

Whats the name of the song that is being used in these video?

[bandoleon13]

every people quest that always

[Ashen64]

Nice style...

[cggeek]

I would camp out on this guys lawn and wait for him to teach me his craft!

He is too awesome!

[SweetPea1239]

i cant find where to buy these dvds can anyone help?

[metalgear321]

ah, Mr. Mentler. Nice work.

[jimboslutstien]

I want!

[cctbg]

da vinci!:D

[whinebelt]

5 bones! ;)

[Club2987]

You can definitely tell he's been looking at 'ALOT' of da vinci, it's even apparent in his writing for god sakes.

[armand111]

ok? so what hes giving back to the community, whats it to you if this man admires da vinci.....

[Club2987]

Haha, I love that camera turn he does. I always wonder if there like "ok now look down and look up to turn and pierce into the camera lens". Anyway, he draws good andreex89. Much better than the photorealistic digital mud shit all across youtube.

[OhMymy]

You look like Leonardo Da Vinci

[towarlock]

awesome work mentler!wow

i remamber now see your work one year before on Sofa, download all haa for work anatomy, dude :)

[Scherzo7]

Excellent. Are DVDs going to be shipped worldwide?

[MikeTFP]

You sir are an unknown legend.

[maltishake]

when will these be ready for purchase?

[maltishake]

when will these be ready for sale?

[maltishake]

i would like to purchase a set of these anatomy series - when will they be complete?

[jimboslutstien]

Looks very very cool.

[franchiser226]

Congratulations Michael it had all gone quiet I was wondering when they were going to come out.. I'll probably be importing, are you doing Pal editions?

[kappelga]

ive got an old set of robert beverly hale lectures, i love them to death and i'm glad you're trying to make his teachings live on but do you credit him at all? because it all seems so similar...

and yes gblovelight, he can draw any pose from his mind.

[GBLovelight]

The best rythyms ever. Can you draw any pose from your mind?

That is my goal to be able to do that and know it's right.

[humannature6115]

How much

[figurativearts]

29.95 each I will provide

titles for the anatomy series

soon.

There will be a discount for

the whole set.

[Steven1938]

Cool! i'll be waiting for this one.