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Pope, Martin, 1958-

How to draw caricatures / by Martin Pope.

Irvine, CA : Walter Foster, c2013.

128 p. : ill. (some col.) ; 30 cm.

Master the fine art of drawing parodies, including poses and expressions. Amusing, rewarding, and fun, caricaturing is an art form with a difference. In 'How to Draw Caricatures', professional caricaturist Martin Pope guides you through the stages of creating a successful caricature, from pinpointing your subject's unique features to choosing the best materials and drawing from life. Learn how to do the following and so much more: capture the right expression, use props and clothing, take your subject to the limit, digitally enhance your image.

Caricature -- Technique.

Drawing -- Technique.

Portraits -- Caricatures and cartoons -- Technique.

Tools & materials -- Observation & recognition -- The face base -- Proportions of the head -- Facial features -- Symmetrical & asymmetrical faces -- The features in detail -- Hairstyles -- Expressions -- Sourcing reference images -- Caricaturing from memory -- Caricature positions -- Caricature by head shape -- Body proportions -- Posture -- Gestures -- Props & clothing -- Anthropomorphism -- Caricature extremes -- Different styles & techniques -- Color rendering -- Using computer technology -- Caricaturing from life.

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