Pose Reference
Side bend with overhead arc
Side bend with overhead arc. Study focus: A continuous side-bending curve and the compressed versus extended sides of the torso.

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- Action or movement
- side bend
- Camera angle
- Front view
- Primary study focus
- A continuous side-bending curve and the compressed versus extended sides of the torso.
- 30-second exercise
- In 30 seconds, place the support foot, pelvis axis, and one main gesture curve; omit small details.
- 2-minute exercise
- In 2 minutes, block the rib cage and pelvis, compare their tilt, and check how the supporting leg connects to the torso.
- Difficulty
- Beginner
- Foreshortening
- Mild
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General practice tips
Begin with the main gesture and large body masses. Check overlaps and visible contact points before adding small details. Use the exercises above to focus this particular study.
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