Join a community college and enroll in an art class. You might be fortunate to illustrate a nudist named Bob who lives behind the YMCA.
Then, you wake up and decide to stick with being an Uber driver.
I don’t want to discourage you. If you don’t have time to join an art class, ask a close friend to pose while you draw a full-body portrait.
Fully clothed, of course.
Now we are going to cover 10 popular full-body poses to add a bit of cinematic flair to your hand drawings.
Seated knee up
Squat down and lean forward, propping one leg up.
Sitting down with a lean
Sit in a chair and slouch, using your elbows for support.
Over the shoulder
Start with your back to the artist and look over your shoulder.
Squatting on the step
Sit on the edge of a step and bend one knee toward your hips. A classic pose.
James Dean
Lean against the wall with your hands in your pockets.
Hand on elbow
Drop one hand to your side with your other hand holding your resting hand at the elbow.
The forward lean
Stand leaning on one leg, with your hands crossed and resting on your thighs.
Cali Girl
Sit holding up one leg, with your back arched and your free leg stretched out. Turn your outside shoulder away from the artist to add perspective.
The pyramid
Sit with legs spread. Have your hands clasped between your knees. Turn your head slightly forward for a dramatic look. Not recommended for women who love dresses.
Sweet and innocent
Hold the back of a chair with one foot propped on the base.
Note: If you can hold this pose for more than 5 minutes, you are the champ of pose modeling.
Experiment with the suggested poses and see what stands out. Don’t forget to give your subject a break in between poses. Your goal is to illustrate art, not hand out muscle cramps.
Start drawing today!
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