ExpressionIntroductionYour drawings communicate by images alone. Use expression and gesturesto imply emotions. Specific positions or changes in body posture emotefeelings. Use directional lines to imply relationships and increasecommunications between figure elements.PosturingThe human figure is constantly changing shape. The carriage or posture thebody assumes when it changes, shape implies moods or feelings. Typically, aemaciated figure evokes weariness. A figure drawn with lines that appearuplifting portrays happiness or joy. The mood you attempt to capture in yourdrawing should be the one that best conveys your idea or emotional messageto the intended audience.Figure 3-59 shows methods of conveying five typical moods.Figure 3-59.—Five typical moods.Continued on next page3-54
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