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.

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.

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.

Registration is open for the Fall Quarter @ CGMA

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

Recent sketches

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!

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.

Sketchbook painting

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

Feet studies

30 min. study

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.

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

Figure studies

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

Sketches from the last couple weeks

Recent in class sketches

Misc. Sketches

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

Some pen and ink studies

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/

Anatomy Lecture - Breaking down David

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

Skeleton notes