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Shielding the face with a forearm

Shielding the face with a forearm. Study focus: A raised forearm overlapping the head.

Action & GestureMaleBody Study
Older man flinching with one forearm raised across his face and the other fist at his chest

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Action or movement
face shield
Camera angle
Front view
Primary study focus
A raised forearm overlapping the head.
30-second exercise
In 30 seconds, draw the raised forearm as one block across the head.
2-minute exercise
In 2 minutes, draw what of the face shows around the arm, then the bent knees below.
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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