Sunday, December 29, 2013

Sketchbook page


Here is a page of 5min head studies. I'm working with pen and white pencil.

Knee/Leg Studies



Here are a couple sketchbook pages. I've been working more on simplifying and understanding the knee.

Thursday, November 28, 2013

Lucas Film Lecture


Just returned from a 2 day lecture trip to Lucas Film! I had the unbelievable opportunity to teach a 2 day workshop on anatomy to the amazing team of 3d artists on-site. It was an great opportunity and chance to speak with an incredible group of artists.

Tuesday, November 12, 2013

Imagine FX back cover


I have some drawings on the back cover of Imagine FX this month advertising the classes at CGMA! Check it out above.

Monday, September 16, 2013

Registration is open for the Fall Quarter @ CGMA

Classes have begun to fill. Let me know if you have any questions.

Friday, September 13, 2013

Recent sketches




Friday, August 30, 2013

Gesture and Foreshortening

Hi All,

Here is something I get asked about a lot, hopefully the description below makes sense. If you've ever wondered about foreshortening in a gesture, check out the text then try analyzing some of the examples below for how I'm handling the foreshortened areas. Hope it helps!


Thursday, August 15, 2013

Lecture Notes


Here is a very rough lecture example from my "Comparative Anatomy" class (on the torso and neck). My animal references and imagery are pulled from the Joe Weatherly, Eliot Goldfinger, and Ellenberger books.

Tuesday, August 13, 2013

Sketchbook painting

Here's something a little different. Did a sketchbook painting in class today. Definitely felt a little rusty.

Tuesday, August 6, 2013

Feet studies





30 min. study


Friday, July 12, 2013

Skeletal comparisons - lecture notes

Here are some rough notes from the fist lecture from my "Comparative Anatomy" class. The first week covers design similarities and differences within the carnivore, herbivore and human. I also emphasize a working method.

Monday, June 17, 2013

Summer quarter at CGMA


Hi All, Just wanted to let you know that registration for the summer term at CGMA started today. This is a great program that I really enjoy getting to teach for. Additionally, for being an on-line school it comes closest by far to replicating the on-site experience. I am currently teaching 2 classes there. If anyone has any questions, feel free to let me know.

Here are a few links for more info

http://www.cgma2dacademy.com/analytical-figure-drawing.html

http://www.cgma2dacademy.com/analytical-figure-drawing-2.html

Tuesday, June 4, 2013

Figure studies



Here are a variety of sketches from a life drawing session last week. Poses ranged from 1 - 20 min. :)

Saturday, May 25, 2013

Monday, May 6, 2013

Recent in class sketches




Monday, April 29, 2013

Misc. Sketches





Here are some recent sketches from my on-site classes :)

Monday, April 15, 2013

Some pen and ink studies



Saturday, April 6, 2013

Interview with The Concept Art Blog

I have recently done an interview with "The Concept Art Blog." If interested in checking it out follow the below link. For the English version click AQUI in the second paragraph.
http://theconceptartblog.com/2013/04/05/entrevista-exclusiva-com-o-artista-michael-hampton/

Tuesday, March 19, 2013

Saturday, March 16, 2013

CGMA resgistration begins March 18th!


Analytical Figure Drawing 1 focuses much more on learning the constructive anatomy of the figure while the 2nd course covers more advanced materials (hands, feet, expressions, drapery,lighting). Here are some examples, please don't hesitate with any questions.
http://classroom.cgmwmasterclasses.com/masterclass/reg





Tuesday, February 19, 2013

Skeleton notes