UNDERSTANDING BASIC PROPORTIONS
Proportion refers to the relationship of size between two or more elements of a composition. The proportions of an adult dog—for example, the size of its head relative to the size of its chest—differ from those of a puppy. And the proportions vary from breed to breed. To effectively communicate the age and breed, you must learn to depict the proportions accurately.
Adults Versus Puppies
When drawing a puppy, people commonly make the mistake of simply drawing a small adult dog. Although a puppy possesses all the features of a mature dog, its proportions are quite different, as illustrated in the side-by-side comparison below.
Building the Basic Shapes Compare the sizes and relationships of the head, chest, and ...
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