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The figure as a starting point.
Practical guide · AI-assisted writing
Agree on the session
For an initial practice, we suggest working with a clothed adult. Agree on poses, timing, breaks and whether photographs are allowed. This page does not offer bookings or sessions.
Look before drawing
Observe the feet, the angle of the torso and the space between the arms. As an exercise, draw a line that captures the posture before adding detail.
Vary the rhythm
Alternate short sketches with a longer pose, with the comfort of the person posing guiding the session. Do not impose a difficult position to finish a drawing.
Share with permission
Agree on uses before photographing or sharing identifiable images of the person posing. See Endorphine Art School for an example of life-drawing activity. FORMA is not affiliated with the school.