A quick question about finding anatomy references

[Demy]

Okay so for example, I'm starting to realize that I have issues drawing the pelvis at a 3/4ths viewpoint. The anatomy book that I have doesn't really cover how the pelvis could look in that viewpoint.

I mean I could use a 3D model, but quite a few are inaccurate according to most people. What is the best approach to finding references for the purposes of studying anatomy?

[dawgofdawgness]

What I do is go out a lot and study people from different angles
It's kind of creepy but it pays off ^_^

[Demy]

I guess I could do that more.

But that wouldn't really account for when you are simply learning anatomical details for muscles, skeletons, and stuff like that. Unless I'm missing something...

[ratique]

I know you said that you weren't really looking for 3D programs, but I still do recommend two apps:
Art Pose Male Edition and Art Pose Female Edition.

They are quite cheap and work wonderfully. The anatomy seems to be done quite well too. I only have some issues posing the figure on my tiny phone's screen.

[lunaartemisasama]

Well if you are over 18 you can check out croquis cafe youtube channel the 360 videos. It's a really helpfull resource, with real life models.

If you are talking about books, maybe you can find "1975-a-complete-guide-for-artists-joseph-sheppard" I think it's still free online.

I am really lazy when it comes to anatomy but maybe it can help you.

[mariusthered]

when it comes to the pelvis this sounds strange but it's very close to the same shape as a sharks jaws. unless you are drawing skeletons you don't need to have a perfect model, just think about the shapes under the skin and build from there. you could even start by sketching a shadow in the pose you want and building the figure on to it.

[FlareyWorks]

I use Pinterest! It has so so so much stuff on there, and you can collect your favourite references on your own boards!

[Demy]

I'll check this out when I make room on my phone. Thanks for this.

[EdenStar]

Hi, just wanted to see what sort of trouble your having exactly. Is it related to proportion, conveying muscle structure, or do they just look jank and your not sure why? When looking for help with your art its always good to try and explain as much as you can but better to include pics so others can take a look and give advice. Good reference helps but trouble shooting goes a lot faster if you show your work. If your comfortable with sharing your art anyway. I've taken classes so I'm used to drawing in a group environment and getting help from other students and teachers alike.

[DMBrigman]

Are you trying to draw a realistic pelvis? Honestly, it is better to come up with shortcuts, or building blocks when you are doing your figure drawing, as long as you know the basic structure then no need to draw a skeleton.

I use an inverted cone shape for blocking in the pelvis and hips.

[Demy]

I can share my artwork.

This is my most recent anatomy practice and it was what got me to make this thread. The one on the right is me practicing perspective.

[Demy]

I would usually just use a plain oval or something as the pelvis (since my style is somewhat cartoonish I can get away with using that. But I'm still figuring things out with my artstyle so...)

But for the purposes of studying anatomy I have been trying to use the "bucket" as a pelvis and try to draw Proko's simplified pelvis on top of it.

But yeah I should probably use the shortcut more often. Thanks for your examples by the way.