Gesture:
Clothed Figure Drawing
Have
a friend model for you. Have them stand near a strong light
sorce. Note how the figure and background space can be broken
down into simple shapes. Draw 5 sketches in sketch book of 5
different poses for ten minutes each. Select one of the 5 sketches
to draw with charcoal or pencil on a peice of good white paper
(18"x24").