: Understanding how energy enters the body (directional) and where it pushes or rests against the surface (applied).
is a foundational instructional book by artist Michael Mattesi that introduces a dynamic approach to figure drawing centered on the energy and movement of the human form. Core Concepts Force: The Key to Capturing Life Through Drawing
The "Force" method shifts the focus from drawing static anatomical details to capturing the "story" of a pose through its internal energy . Key pillars include: : Understanding how energy enters the body (directional)