Yan Yu: An online figure drawing session

Lydia Cecil

Lydia Cecil draws model Yan Yu, demonstrating how to break down the figure and the folds of fabric into clear, readable shapes. Using pencil on white paper, she explores how observing and simplifying these shapes can help bring clarity and life to a drawing.
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