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Single-leg knee lift

Single-leg knee lift. Study focus: The supporting-leg axis and counterbalance in a knee lift.

Action & GestureFemaleBody Study
Single-leg knee lift — female figure.

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Action or movement
knee lift
Camera angle
Front three-quarter view
Primary study focus
The supporting-leg axis and counterbalance in a knee lift.
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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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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