Torso contracts left, stretches right
Torso contracts right, stretches left
Contracting and Stretching
A
n obvious way to avoid drawing a stiff figure is to put a bend in it. Add a bend at the waistline on one side. On the other side, stretch the torso. The contrast between the two sides of the torso creates the appealing look.
Static pose—torso is relaxed on both sides
Stretch
Contract
Application with posed figure
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