Modelling and Sculpting the Human Figure

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Summary: Very good course material
Review: A very good course material for beginners and a perfect reference for the professionals. easy reading from cover to cover.

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Summary: The sculptor's best guide
Review: After several years of sculpting I discovered Lanteri's book. What a revelation. I recently took a workshop with an acclaimed sculptor who also produced his copy of the book and recommended it as a "must read" for aspiring sculptors. Rodin referred to him as his "dear master". What higher recommendation is there?

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Summary: The sculptor's best guide
Review: After several years of sculpting I discovered Lanteri's book. What a revelation. I recently took a workshop with an acclaimed sculptor who also produced his copy of the book and recommended it as a "must read" for aspiring sculptors. Rodin referred to him as his "dear master". What higher recommendation is there?

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Summary: A difficult choice
Review: Boy! Buying this book has been a difficult choice. The information is essential to anyone working with human anatomy and sculptural form, however, you have to wade throught information written in a very dated, pedantic manner. Professor Lanteri's comments are in the classical form and written so long ago (his copyright is 1902 - 1904) that an interpreter might be needed for the younger sculptor. I almost returned the book because it isn't something to sit down and read in one or two sessions. This isn't a simple 'How to . . .' book, but if you are a serious sculptor, and willing to work your way throught the exaggerated writing style, you'll realize what a gem it is. It is really the most comprehensive book of sculpting the human figure I've ever read. I only wish the book had been printed in larger format so the illustration notes would be easier to read.

Rating:
Summary: A difficult choice
Review: Boy! Buying this book has been a difficult choice. The information is essential to anyone working with human anatomy and sculptural form, however, you have to wade throught information written in a very dated, pedantic manner. Professor Lanteri's comments are in the classical form and written so long ago (his copyright is 1902 - 1904) that an interpreter might be needed for the younger sculptor. I almost returned the book because it isn't something to sit down and read in one or two sessions. This isn't a simple 'How to . . .' book, but if you are a serious sculptor, and willing to work your way throught the exaggerated writing style, you'll realize what a gem it is. It is really the most comprehensive book of sculpting the human figure I've ever read. I only wish the book had been printed in larger format so the illustration notes would be easier to read.

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Summary: Indispensable reference for the aspiring sculptor
Review: This book was recommended to me by two different sculptor instructors. I found it very clear with many illustrations as it discussed both the technical and aesthetic considerations of creating good sculpture. I thought the chapter on the construction and aesthetics of drapery was especially valuable, applicable to drawing as well as sculpture, and worth the price of the book. Lanteri also shares a few thoughts about teaching art.

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Summary: Good instruction for representational sculptors
Review: This book was recommended to me by two different sculptor instructors. I found it very clear with many illustrations as it discussed both the technical and aesthetic considerations of creating good sculpture. I thought the chapter on the construction and aesthetics of drapery was especially valuable, applicable to drawing as well as sculpture, and worth the price of the book. Lanteri also shares a few thoughts about teaching art.

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Summary: Indispensable reference for the aspiring sculptor
Review: This seminal work on figure sculpting has been a standard reference for both students and teachers of fine sculpture for almost two generations. Lanteri goes beyond typical systematic instruction for recreating anatomical form and demistifies techniques for infusing one's work with the humanity that will elevate it to the level of true sculpture. It is a text that is worth reading from cover to cover as it essentially encompasses a four year course in fine sculpture. It is also valuable as a reference for materials, anatomy and basic technique.