Reddit reviews Dynamic Anatomy

Hogarth's Dynamic Anatomy. My favorite anatomy book of all time. Amazing illustrations, though it is grotesquely exaggerated in order to show, in detail, how the body deforms and contorts. Don't use this for reference, but instead for an example on where muscles are placed and how they twist and turn under stress.

http://www.amazon.com/Dynamic-Anatomy-Practical-Art-Books/dp/0823015513

I would recommend also look into some Burne hogarth It's more stylized than a straight anatomy text, but the point is adding a "human" element to your drawings, making them less mechanical and more interesting. I have found using both types of books in tandem is the best way to go.

i think the best is Hogarth's Dynamic Anatomy. i think this because it has a breakdown of anatomical landmarks, using other anatomical landmarks as the reference point. i think anyone should study and memorize these landmarks first.

after that its really down to personal preference.

Anatomy for the Artist is good because it uses photographs.

Anatomy for Artists uses a similar idea behind Hogarth's, except your own body is used more. using yourself as a reference point. this is a newer book. i liked it, it was a very straight forward, 'bare bones' approach. good for beginners.

there are dozens of 'Anatomy for Artists' books. Hogarth's is the classic though. all Hogarth books are great. a lot of younger readers will discard them because they are old and look old. but the information is very strong, and straightforward. the drawings may seem odd, but they are designed in a way to make each individual muscle stand out.