Drawing the Human Figure & Expressive Poses
A course by Alexander SteenhorstArtist
A course by Alexander Steenhorst, Artist
Fill your sketchbook with expressive artwork by learning a variety of drawing techniques to illustrate characters with dynamic poses
Sketchbooking the human figure is essential in the world of illustration, as it explores intricate anatomy, beauty, and movement. Delve into the art of sketching with Alexander Steenhorst, who goes in-depth into drawing techniques to draw dynamic poses.
In this course, you will make lively figures with incredible dynamic poses, which will be covered throughout the curriculum. Learn about the various dynamism, gestures, weightage, lines, and other important elements of sketch booking.
What will you learn in this online course?
16 lessons & 16 downloads
Analyzing a Dynamic Pose
7 minutes, 32 seconds
Warm-up and Line Confidence
7 minutes, 26 seconds
Balance and Perspective
9 minutes, 25 seconds
Movement
11 minutes, 50 seconds
Volume
9 minutes, 47 seconds
Readability
13 minutes, 32 seconds
What's included in this course?
Begin the course by getting to know Alexander Steenhorst. He shares the influences that inspired his creative journey to become an artist. Hear about his experience, his passions, and how he got into sketchbooking.
Get a deeper understanding of the principles of drawing. Explore the essential aspects of sketching, from the basics of drawing poses to practicing linework. Then, learn all about balance and perspective.
Expand your drawings skills with the fundamentals of dynamism. Alexander takes you on a deep dive to learn all about movement, volume, composition, style, and proportions.
Time to start on your final project! Start by drawing the head before working your way through the rest of the body. Alexander shows you how to add the final touches with some linework, and wraps up the course with inspiration for future projects.
What is this course's project?
Draw the human figure in a dynamic pose.
Projects by course students
Who is this online course for?
This course is for anyone who would like to improve their ability to illustrate the human figure.
Requirements and materials
No previous experience required,
To take this course, you need an A4 sketchbook, pens, pencils, and colored pencils.
Reviews
- 3 days ago
fun way of teaching
- 1 month ago
This course is great!
- 2 months ago
BUEN CURSO , BIEN EXPLICADO
- 3 months ago
Ein paar nützliche Tipps waren dabei.
- 4 months ago
Toller Kurs, um Bewegung und Dynamik zu verstehen. Hat mir sehr geholfen!
His work is inspired by artists like KIM JUNG GI, Tom Fox, Mondriaan, Van Gogh, and Moebius. You can also find Alexander on YouTube under his artist name, Dr. Draw.
Content
- U1
Introduction
- About Me
- Influences
- U2
Principles of Dynamic Drawing
- Analyzing a Dynamic Pose
- Warm-up and Line Confidence
- Simplification
- Balance and Perspective
- U3
The Fundamentals of Dynamism
- Movement
- Volume
- Building a Human Figure
- Readability
- Style and Proportions
- U4
Drawing the Dynamic Figure and Style
- Workflow and the Project
- How to Draw the Head
- Adding Anatomy
- The Set-up and Line Work
- Inspiration for Future Projects
- FP
Final project
- Drawing the Human Figure & Expressive Poses
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FAQs
Yes, this course is designed for beginners and covers fundamental techniques to help you start drawing dynamic human figures with confidence.
You’ll need a sketchbook, pens or pencils, and an eraser. Some lessons may suggest colored pencils or markers for specific exercises, but basic drawing supplies are sufficient.
You’ll learn to analyze and draw dynamic poses, simplify anatomy, build figures using geometric forms, develop your own style, and use techniques like ghosting lines and gesture drawing for confident sketches.
Absolutely. The course starts with foundational skills and gradually introduces more advanced techniques, making it accessible for complete beginners.
You’ll practice gesture drawing with a focus on movement, balance, and the line of action, helping you capture the energy and flow of dynamic poses.
Yes, the course covers techniques for both realistic and stylized (cartoony) figure drawing, allowing you to experiment and find your personal style.
No prior art experience is required. The course is structured to guide you step-by-step through the basics up to more advanced topics.