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Studying the science of art and the art of science

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  The Science of Art My art cycles continue Figure drawing is a huge challenge for me. "No art project is ever complete" but I am trying to motivate myself to get started at least, using art books that I have collected.  The first art book I have is the Nude Figure: A visual reference for the artist by Mark Edward Smith.  I have struggled with this book for a long time trying to get the figures drawn just right.  Above is a photo of one recent attempt. Make Magic instead of sense Once upon a time I had goals to be an animator and work at Disney.  Then I failed my first animation class and gave up.  Also I realized that selling out isn't what it's cracked up to be. I need to create something that will achieve my goals without becoming a brainwashing agent for a huge corporation. Now my goal is to draw people.   I've decided to simplify my goals, and narrow them down to simply drawing. I will make drawing a daily habit that gives me joy.  I don...