A comprehensive, yet flexible and holistic approach to the human body for artists, Roberto Osti’s method of teaching anatomy is exhaustive, but never loses sight of the fact that this understanding should lead to the creation of art. Basic Human Anatomy teaches artists the simple yet powerful formula artists have used for centuries to draw the human figure from the inside out. Osti, using the basic system of line, shape, and form used by da Vinci, Raphael, and Michelangelo, takes readers step-by-step through all the lessons needed in order to master this essential foundation skill. Organized progressively, the book shows readers how to replicate the underlying structure of the body using easy-to-understand scales and ratios; conceptualize the front and side views of the skeleton with basic shapes; add detail with simplified depictions of complex bones and joints; draw a muscle map of the body with volumetric form and realistic dimension; master the feet, hands, and skull to create realistic renderings of the human form; and apply a deeper knowledge of anatomy to finished drawings for more impact.

Designed for undergraduate courses emphasizing human anatomy and using the cat for dissection, this popular manual (organized by system) offers exercises that highlight the differences and similarities between feline and human anatomy.

An essential visual guide for artists to the mastery and use of advanced human anatomy skills in the creation of figurative art. Dynamic Human Anatomy picks up where Basic Human Anatomy leaves off and offers artists and art students a deeper understanding of anatomy, including anatomy in motion, and how that essential skill is applied to the creation of fine figurative art.

SALIENT FEATURES OF THE BOOK: 1. It contains all the general topics including histology. 2. It is structured for all courses: medical; dental; nursing; physiotherapy and all other allied health sciences. 3. Each chapter is explained in simple English language, so that even non-professional courses like BSc students can understand. 4. It is a complete guide for the basic foundation of general anatomy and general histology. 5. At beginning of each chapter the objectives of the topic is explained. 6. It contains microscopic pictures of the H&E STAINED SLIDES, using high resolution camera. 7. It also contains hand-drawn histological diagrams, which the students are supposed to draw in their respective records. 8. Every chapter is concluded by MCQ’S and list of questions that are usually asked in the question papers. 9. Each chapter has its surgical/applied aspects in the end. 10. It is very useful for students preparing for postgraduate examinations.