Review: Jane Davenport Fabulous Figures and Whimsical Girls Books!

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6 жыл бұрын

Review: Jane Davenport Fabulous Figures and Whimsical Girls Books!
I just receive Jane Davenport's new book Fabulous Figures and Whimsical Girls and today I will give you an overview of both books so you can see if they would be useful to you in your art and crafting.
Below are affilate links to the books on Amazon, they offer a generous preview of the book so you can have a close look at some of the contents)
Fabulous Figures: amzn.to/2I2Il5L
Whimsical Girls: amzn.to/2jEfBpe
These are a follow up to her popular book Beautiful Faces: amzn.to/2wjxFyf
An overview of Fabulous Figures: This is a drawing instruction book that really succeeds in simplifying the female figure into a formula that even the most novice drawers can follow. Her charming illustration will sweep you into her lovely world of fashion illustration fantasy. If you are a fan of Jane Davenports iconic style and want to learn to draw like her you will enjoy this book. Even if you do not want to draw the photography and artwork make this book a pleasure. Jane also has a workshop to go with this book if you would like more guidance and it can be found on her website: janedavenport.com/ *If it is not open yet it will be soon.
Whimsical Girls (Happy Hour Art Journal): This book is like a cross between and adult coloring book and an art journal with the hard parts done, it's ready for you to add your own touch and fill in the good stuff! The book is filled with pre collaged pages and Jane's beautiful line artwork for you to color. The paper is high quality to accept a variety of mixed media supplies. This is not an art instruction book, it is an activity book, ora pre started art journal that you can finish. It's charming and fun and everything we would expect from Ms. Davenport.
Jane's books never dissapoint. If you like her style you'll love her books.
*I received these book free of charge from the publisher for review consideration. I was not required to do a video nor was a compensated to do so. As with any video you have my honest opinion and I honestly like these books.
Review: Jane Davenport Fabulous Figures and Whimsical Girls Books!
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@lechat8736 6 жыл бұрын

The books look inspiring and fun. Some of the comments below give me an uneasy feeling that some people have problems with people who make a bit more money with their ideas than the average crafter. Creating such a book takes a lot of time and work. I never envy people who work for their money :)) There are far too many out there who make millions by literally stealing money from people`s pockets. Someone wrote: "I would have it for free but I wouldn`t give a dime for this book." Nowadays its easy to say that because we have all these wonderful people like Lindsay who make such great tutorials FOR FREE. I don`t take that fact for granted and am extremely thankful for every inspiration and new know-how I get FOR FREE, because it`s a great gift the younger generations don`t appreciate as much and as often as they should because they grew up with this abundance and luxury.

@thefrugalcrafter 6 жыл бұрын

Well said:)

@susantidwell1 6 жыл бұрын

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@DarkisArt 6 жыл бұрын

It’s disgusting how some people want artists to work for free. It takes a lot to create something from nothing. I once asked this influential person in my town about local or government loans for artists and she got offended. But she sure comes to me every year asking me for free donations for a charity!

@lechat8736 6 жыл бұрын

Darkis Art So true. I don`t know how many times in my life people expected me to draw things for free, to design projects for free. Art is considered a hobby, no matter how many degrees you, how many art lessons you took and how many years of practice it takes to achieve all the skills and knowledge you have. Most people literally think it`s all a children`s game when it comes to art and even design.

@butterflyforeve 6 жыл бұрын

I wish I could heart this comment. Just because your an artist doesn't mean you need to be starving. I don't get putting someone down just because they are about that grind and making that money. If you won't buy the book than don't no need to put someone down or try to bring them down when you literally have the choice to not buy it. Even if Lindsay did a video on a page out of the book you could follow along without owning 1 of the books.

@DonnaLueders 6 жыл бұрын

Ohhhhh, I am soooooo going to have to get this book!!!! I love the way Jane Davenport draws her female figures. I think she is a wonderful artist, as are you. The negativity in the comments does nothing to sway me. Thank you Lindsay.

@beckyschmidt8347 6 жыл бұрын

Great review! I'll have to check these out 😉 I like that you mentioned the way to adapt the technique to draw younger figures, or fuller figures and how you can use these techniques to improve your work, but that you can still have work that looks like your own. And using a variety of paper in a book so people can experiment and have an art journal/mixed media experience is brilliant!

@rebeccaboothe7117 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing Lindsay, I appreciate it. I love her books also. Can't wait to order it.

@cynthiamaynard 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the great review! You can really see Jane's wonderful perspective shine through!

@purplemoonflower18 6 жыл бұрын

I missed you yesterday, but I am glad your family comes first! You are an awesome sa artist and an excellent role model! Thanks for all you do. Always stay on the sunny side and don't let negativity get you down. You are very appreciated bu myself and thousands of others!

@susanjerrell9220 6 жыл бұрын

Ooh they look so interesting and fun! I want them both.

@peachiegrinsxd 6 жыл бұрын

Great reviews! They’re def going on my amazon wishlist. I would love more art journal pages too Lindsay I really enjoyed the ones you did in the past.

@carmensol34 6 жыл бұрын

Wow! Love the beautiful whimsical ladies! I would love to have those books, excellent review!

@DarkisArt 6 жыл бұрын

You sure went to town with it! 😂 lots of bookmarks! That was awesome!

@sandraparent7454 6 жыл бұрын

Lindsay, thank you for the review! Not sure why so many are being negative tonight, but I'm delighted to see this! I had just gotten a copy of Fabulous Figures and now I'm going to order Whimiscal Girls!

@thefrugalcrafter 6 жыл бұрын

I don't know either, I though they were beautifully photographed and the content was solid.

@DarkisArt 6 жыл бұрын

The covers for these books are gorgeous! 😍

@yueseishuku 6 жыл бұрын

Omg i love the Whimsical! Thanks Lindsay💛

@NicoleRoy-Artist 6 жыл бұрын

These are gorgeous...never knew of these books...and your bookmarks with figures?...OMG so freaken beautiful...I love them all Lindsay!!!! XOXO

@JaniLewisPaperCompulsions 6 жыл бұрын

Great information. I definitely need to get the faces book. I am taking your drawing class and have really struggled with the faces. (the trick with the grapes and peas helped a lot) Jane's book seems to break the shapes down into things I can relate to. Thanks for sharing.

@eloisewalker352 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing, Lindsay. You’re such a doll❣️

@KarenCampbellArtist 6 жыл бұрын

OMG all the bookmarks!! LOVE!

@craftyhandsdesigns546 6 жыл бұрын

Love your book marks. I like Jane Davenports work

@katf3836 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the review Lindsay. I have been trying to decide on getting the Fabulous Figures since the preorder first came out. I love her Beautiful Faces book. I had it out last night. You sold me on it. I'm definitely going to get it now! Thanks. Oh, and I love those book marks. I'm sure your daughter and her friends will love them.

@DrawingWithFire 6 жыл бұрын

Great video Lindsay! 😁 The books look like they would be a lot of fun.

@laurendavis771 6 жыл бұрын

I just ordered the Whimsical Girls book. I've been in a sort of slump (burn out?) with my art journaling and think that maybe this will get me motivated again.

@tammyoneill6128 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you SOooo much for introducing me to Jane Davenport. I’ve been going through a slump and you and Jane are slowly pulling me out of it. One art piece at a time. Thanks 🙏🏼🙂

@aptwalker2009 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the review. I have the fashion figure book and whimsical faces. I've been debating on the whimsical girls book, but think I'm going to pre-order it after being able to get a better look inside of it.

@mariakellner2221 6 жыл бұрын

I bought this book and was not disappointed, i thought using the hearts is a masterstroke ,yes it's just using it as proportions for whimsical figures, there is many ways that can be built on ,for newbies it's a fun way to approach figures ,i loved it .

@thefrugalcrafter 6 жыл бұрын

Me too! I think it really simplifies the female form. I love to attend life drawing sessions but that is not for everyone and some people would be mortified by the thought. I think she makes are approachable for beginners and that is one of the things I love. She encourages us to play and use our supplies.

@lhawkins40 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you because I am struggling with the 10 heads and different ways to draw the body there are so many crazy way but I learned to draw faces from her other books and looking forward to this one.

@brendacollinsdeeks7268 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for bringing these wonderful books to our attention. I seem to be narrowing down my interest to figures and faces so the figures one would be really helpful.

@brendacollinsdeeks7268 4 жыл бұрын

Just to update you, Lindsay, I now have 3 of these and they are all wonderful. I actually needed the art journals to keep me motivated because I am so achievement-driven. I was getting very frustrated with unsuccessful pages so having Jane's journal to set me on a successful path was much more satisfying. Eventually, I hope I'll be familiar enough with my supplies and how they interact to do more on my own but I am appreciating Jane's help getting to that point.

@creativeplanetjanet 6 жыл бұрын

+thefrugalcrafter, I like how you mentioned putting the book along with some colored pencils out on the coffee table. It's like you are serving something fun and delicious to guests or whoever else likes to spend time in your living room. Reminds me of a fancy crystal nail file I bought recently, engraved with a saying, "Eat more art!" Maybe put the pencils in a pretty box labeled, "Help yourself to color in this book. Eat more art!" ☺️

@yelsyels 6 жыл бұрын

Love the technique of the heart! I am not a big fan of Jane Davenport...BUT will give her credit for this technique!

@anitaholmes6824 6 жыл бұрын

What fabulous books! Going to look them up...TFS

@rnee1000 3 жыл бұрын

Great review. I had watched it before but today was browsing KZfaq and saw this. Played it again and was inspired! I have been looking for a good figure drawing instruction book. I have both of these books and forgot about them but now I'll go back to Fabulous Figures and try some exercises again.

@islandercirce2 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for your comprehensive review of these books. I almost didn't watch as I wasn't especially interested in either book. While I've admired Jane's work, it didn't seem to offer anything that interested me. I have done life drawing and painting and both enjoy that and can fairly easily achieve decent results. What I can't do, and what Jane teaches in her book, is how to draw without a model. Her approach looks to be fun and relaxing. Based on your review, I will now be considering purchasing.

@daniellesushames7954 5 жыл бұрын

Hooray - love the Jane Davenport range ❤️❤️❤️

@lissah565 3 жыл бұрын

I love these books very much! They're fun to work with. Jane Davenport makes it possible for everyone to learn how t draw & paint. I love the workbooks where you can complete pages with your own touch. Because I bought the books spear ordering a few JD supply sets, I own double copies of a few books. That way I can work in one, completing the pages, while I still have a clean copy!!

@corgidusty 6 жыл бұрын

Great review! I pre-ordered the Whimsical Girls from Amazon. It’s supposed to be here the first week of June. Can’t wait!!

@traceyallen5977 6 жыл бұрын

Love, love, love your beautiful bookmarks, review and these books!!! I have enjoyed Jane's FACES book and after watching your review of FABULOUS FIGURES, I really think I could learn to take the next step with this gorgeous book! Now how am I going to wait another hour for the bookstore to open???? 😁😁😁

@fabricpixie 4 жыл бұрын

Love the water ladies bookmarks you created, so green with envy over your talent! My Whimsical Girls book arrived today and hate to 'mark it up' !

@tanyac9428 6 жыл бұрын

I have her Faces book and was amazed at the results that I got after one lesson with the video that you can get with the same name. I did start drawing things that looked like her style but thought this to be okay at first until I am able to use the techniques to develop my own style. (This has not happened yet because I just haven't had time and have too many interests.) I am very excited about her Figures book. I definitely will have to get it and hopefully I will have enough time to practice.

@bethanykolander2498 4 жыл бұрын

It looks both helpful and fun! Something to paint with no pressure of proportion, realistic drawing, shadows.. I'm going to invest! Thank you, Lindsay!

@lechat8736 6 жыл бұрын

thefrugalcrafter Lindsay Weirich Hi, Lindsay! Yels Yels hinted at a potential book of yours :)) So, I read your comment and find it extremely interesting. I often thought of you as an author and I just have to share this-LOL. I believe (just my opinion) that Jane D. hit a nerve with the idea of dividing the female body into hearts. I think her awesome idea has the potential to make its mark in the art community in future :)) And then I remembered how often I thought about "your book" haha. I would love to have a Weirich "Arts and Crafts Frugal Encyclopedia". You came out with the idea of "Ask A Crafter" and it was a huge success:)) When I have a question in mind, my brains always lead me to you. Easy formula: Question??? = Solution-Lindsay Weirich!!! In my mind, you are the only one who should write such a book, based on decades of knowledge! xoxo Josi

@windygail3071 2 жыл бұрын

I bought Fabulous Figures last month and haven't had the time to sit down with it yet. Looking forward to it all over again lol. Whimsical Girls is in my cart and thats what brought me here... love your reviews!

@jimflack9462 6 жыл бұрын

I think a tutorial on your bookmarks is a grand idea! Hint, hint!!

@thefrugalcrafter 6 жыл бұрын

I followed Jane's tutorial making them so I wouldn't feel right doing a tutorial on them but they are very easy using the guidance from the book.

@thefrugalcrafter 6 жыл бұрын

maybe some other bookmarks though because I love to laminate stuff LOL!

@vikibanaszak4881 6 жыл бұрын

I think these books look like a lot of fun! I would love the coloring book to add to my collection and the figure drawing is a huge problem for me.

@joycevaughn8522 6 жыл бұрын

Yes the pre-order for us

@yelsyels 6 жыл бұрын

I understand! Happy Birthday to your hubby and family do come first ! In England we have had a bank holiday and I have made the most of the free time by drawing in ink without pencil marks and other techniques and this free time is so special. I can now draw without relying on the pencil!

@thefrugalcrafter 6 жыл бұрын

That's awesome!

@marilynnellsworth4300 6 жыл бұрын

I used hearts when I was in grade school to design fantasy figures and people. I am glad it inspired you.

@natashat2702 3 жыл бұрын

Those bookmarks are amazing. I just love them i have whimsical girls. But now i want the other

@bettyhall9777 6 жыл бұрын

Love those, tfs

@raelynnreffruschinni8802 6 жыл бұрын

I agree with your review of Fabulous Figures. It is an amazing book that she put a lot of thought into. It is very accessible, too. Yes, her work is always similar, but anyone can take any tutorial and make it their own. In addition, she has a background in fashion drawing so her work will reflect that.

@grinningneko5480 5 жыл бұрын

I'm going to echo this book being a great resource for developing your own style! I had the same worries, I love Jane's work but I want my work to be my own. My own weird, creepy style has been slowly developing but I've always struggled with figures. So I grabbed this book and am going through lesson by lesson and I can already see it benefiting my style outside of the lessons. Very helpful book!

@TurtleSoupBeads 6 жыл бұрын

Great review thanks

@TwilightAngel_89 3 жыл бұрын

I will buy these cause I wanna learn how to draw, plus I love Jane’s style : )

@lhawkins40 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your honest review. I do have the beautiful face book and it’s incredible but figures are not in there so I was waiting for this book and will buy because I wanted to start drawing figures. Thank you for your wonderful video!

@recoveringsoul755 4 жыл бұрын

How funny, I was just watching one of her videos. I thought this was a new video from you because it said May, but it's old. Well, happy Mother's day if you see this. Looks like a fun book

@butterflyforeve 6 жыл бұрын

Bought 1 of the books 1 was backordered and 1 was preselling but I think at least the faces and body ones are what I have been needing to help me learn how to paint figures and add faces. I am new to the art world at least the painting side f it anyway and am super happy that you don't actually have to have talent yo be able to paint and it not look like your 2 yr old did it. No more stick figures for me, I may learn to paint actual fuman looking figures. You and Cinnamon have made me get out of my shell and pick up painting and I thank y'all for that because I have always feared trying because if I couldn't do it I would beat myself up over it.

@suzannekeir3974 6 жыл бұрын

Your awesome as always, thanks for sharing, please do a video on the bookmarks. Thanks

@yvonnem1919 6 жыл бұрын

I love Jane Davenport .. Thanks for reviewing the books. I already have faces and was on the fence about buying the fab figures but now I must have. Unfortunately her online classes are way out of my price range at $150.00 USD... That is quite a bit of money for an online class.... I can take a fully year of Craftsy for that price.... But love watching her on youtube ~

@TwilightAngel_89 3 жыл бұрын

Yeah very pricey, I looked at a beginner course that is expensive too 😅I guess I just learn from these books then

@dinahsoar6982 6 жыл бұрын

I have her face stamps, the one w/ 4 faces, and the one with a face and the separate stamps for eyes, lips, etc. I really like the stamps a lot. They are inexpensive too, but stamp nicely. The first book w/ be a nice addition to the stamps for someone like me who cannot draw but would like to, i.e. to add the body, etc.

@barbarazebrowska1923 5 жыл бұрын

Grazie per il video i libri sono bellissimi tutti da acquistare,ottimi!!!!

@rainbarber7657 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this review. I was looking at the fabulous figures book. Like you, I was concerned that I would end up creating "jane" girls all the time. I see posts from crafters sometimes and you can tell they follow Jane's faces book. I want my stuff to look like my stuff.

@butterflyforeve 6 жыл бұрын

Rain Barber I guess I look at it if all you can draw are stick figures and you get this book and learn to draw even if it's just like Jane eventually you should be able to adapt more of your own style into it. I am said stick figure drawing person lol

@boppkun 6 жыл бұрын

Me too. I've taken some of her workshops and what I create doesn't look to much like Jane's style. I try to stay true to me. Though when you do the lessons, you can learn a lot by copying. I wouldn't post it online thought. It's just something I decided for myself, I'm not judging other people. :-)

@alisonjones3057 6 жыл бұрын

Could you please make a video on how you made the book marks . Thanks 😃

@thefrugalcrafter 6 жыл бұрын

The info on making the cute watercolor girls in in the book, I simply cut the ones I painted apart and laminated them, it was so fun!

@alisonjones3057 6 жыл бұрын

thefrugalcrafter Lindsay Weirich thankyou for your reply ☺

@carolineshelton4816 3 жыл бұрын

Since I am new to our page and have been going through your older videos and came across this one, the fabulous figures. I ended up being able to buy it for about $8.00. I have always have trouble drawing figures and faces. I am actually thinking about taking your drawing course over the summer. I can draw from looking at something and making it, but I have trouble doing things on my own. So I am hoping with this book and taking your drawing class can help me!

@magnoliabird 6 жыл бұрын

Adore your bookmarks

@jennifergrap2206 6 жыл бұрын

Can you do a tutorial on the way you did the paintings on your book marks? I would love to make some of those!!

@michellepadilla2097 6 жыл бұрын

So nice i love Jane Davenport..

@jaspermartin7444 6 жыл бұрын

Wow I hadn't realized these were by Jane, she is such a sweetheart. I would have pre-ordered if I'd known.

@opal777 6 жыл бұрын

I just bought another figures book that I have been working with and have had problems with balance....this seems to be what I really need. I might look into this when I finish my other one. Oh heck....why wait?! I just ordered it from Amazon. LOL. I will work in both books simultaneously. I mostly work with floral projects and need to widen my horizons. I am fighting with noses and mouths!! Who knew how hard those two could be. I get my eyes in place and then the nose looks okay...but when I add the mouth, it becomes laughable...and even more so after I start to doctor up the nose to try to match the mouth. It is too funny.

@madysonb8309 6 жыл бұрын

Omg love Jane davenports supplies!!! My friends get annoyed because I talk about her so much! Lol

@thefrugalcrafter 6 жыл бұрын

they are fun!

@ChristinaTodd1970 6 жыл бұрын

Lindsay, I missed you yesterday for sketchbook Sunday!

@butterflyforeve 6 жыл бұрын

Christina Todd she said it was her husband birthday

@ChristinaTodd1970 6 жыл бұрын

That's what I get for not paying attention. Lol. Thank you.

@AMANDARANDOM 6 жыл бұрын

Omg! I wish I owned these books! Jane davenport is my idol! Love that lady!

@cindyhorton6980 6 жыл бұрын

I have Beautiful Faces and Fabulous Figures! They are BEAUTIFUL and make it so much easier for me!!

@yelsyels 6 жыл бұрын

You are brill!

@beckyb4074 6 жыл бұрын

Hello Lindsay, I'm not into female forms or fashion stuff, so no comment on the books. Just wanted to say, tell Mr Frugal, a Happy belated Birthday from me. I hope you all had a great time. Sincerely Becky B from Arkansas

@yelsyels 6 жыл бұрын

What happened to Sketch Book Sunday...So missed it this Sunday!

@thefrugalcrafter 6 жыл бұрын

I'm sorry, it was my hubby's birthday and I had to run to pick up the cake first thing and then we had company so I didn't have a chance to sketch. Family first:)

@vikibanaszak4881 6 жыл бұрын

Good for you Lindsay! That is the best way to be. I hope everyone had fun.

@butterflyforeve 6 жыл бұрын

Tell hubby Happy Belated Birthday from one of your biggest fans. He should do a video on how to make cutting boards for your channel now that he is more a stay at home business man. Which I totally know means he has less time the he did when he went somewhere to work.

@bethmulligan2588 6 жыл бұрын

I have some of these paint pens & sadly they not only clogged up but leaked out as well. They were $32 & I lost reciept so just took the loss. Love her H20colors tho.

@thefrugalcrafter 6 жыл бұрын

If they were her line at Micheals you can contact American crafts and they should send you a new set. They have been very good about replacing any defect products.

@bethmulligan2588 6 жыл бұрын

thefrugalcrafter Lindsay Weirich Oohhh...thanks so much for that info!...I will try that then as they are from Michaels... I have her journal cover & inserts & tassles & watercolors for to go painting even...just the paint pens had issue with. Bought some poscos & micros since then...thanks for all your help frugalcrafter...(by the way...you were my very 1st YT go to!!!❤)

@rosaleblanc5144 6 жыл бұрын

i dont understand WHY you would have to apoligize for living and loving your family .... people that didnot get sundays video ...sound very greedy and selfish ...you are one of the most selfless people ever and i want to thank you personally for putting your family first and yourself for once ...thank you for all youve given all your viewers...god blessed you with a talent and you are sharing it with the world isnt that what we are suppose to do share

@bevroberts8440 6 жыл бұрын

I would not have thought of myself as a fan of Jane Davenport, but after watching your reviews of these books, it's all I can do to NOT buy them...such fabuous eye candy and very nearly distracts me from my current goals (be strong, be strong is what I am telling myself). So I've made at least the Fabulous Figures book into a prize I can award myself after I finish your drawing class, lol..

@treasurespastnpresen 6 жыл бұрын

I really missed the Sketchbook Sunday

@thefrugalcrafter 6 жыл бұрын

It was hubby's birthday yesterday and I had to pick up the cake in the morning (when I normally sketch) and then we had company and I didn't want to be stressed about working on my husbands birthday. I will have something next week tho!

@treasurespastnpresen 6 жыл бұрын

I understand completely. I am so glad no one was sick.

@TwistedArtdesigns 6 жыл бұрын

I am a long time admirer of Jane’s artwork. However, I took her class of this on her website and was very disappointed at how expensive the class was and how little you actually learned for the money. I ordered this book on Amazon and find a lot of good information in it. I am not a fan of her girl’s skinny legs and idea of hands and feet but not really there. I am one to grab bits and pieces of techniques from everywhere and then create my own style using the knowledge. It is a fun book worth a look. I just wish Jane’s classes were more affordable as they are not in my budget range.

@joycevaughn8522 6 жыл бұрын

I love Jane 's art I try put in for her books the sign copies when they first came forward I couldn't get them my order won't go through

@thefrugalcrafter 6 жыл бұрын

oh shoot, was that on her website? Maybe she will offer more signed copies.

@butterflyforeve 6 жыл бұрын

Or maybe contact her or post on her comment section maybe she will allow people to send her their books and she sign them.

@peggiescraftcafe7117 6 жыл бұрын

What about doing a video on drawing with water with flower petals? You said you've done that before and I would actually be more interested in the flower petal drawings. Don't really draw people. Thanks. Marguerite

@Via_Von 6 жыл бұрын

Ooooh if I can do Jane’s style of people sketching, may I then be excused from the people sketches in our drawing class?!? LOL It’s a good thing I’ve got a plethora of sketchbooks because that young man needs a resounding spanking for being such a pistol. LOL Just kidding ... sorta ... kinda ... maybe ... not. lol

@cris_ad 6 жыл бұрын

The lack of diversity in Jane's work is a huge turn off for me. All her women have the same elements in the face and the body, which is not a celebration of womanhood at all. Even the most basic tutorials of the female body go into pear shape, apple shape, inverted triangle... But hers is the two hearts which essentially just hourglass. And yes, I understand it's stylized, but give me a break man. It's a shame because I really enioy her use of color, whimsical lines, mixed media... But hourglass with with twig legs? Really? It's just dissapointing.

@cris_ad 6 жыл бұрын

And yes, I understand that not everyone enjoys drawing plus size women. That's fine. But even petite ladies have diversity.

@thefrugalcrafter 6 жыл бұрын

You might want to have a look at the book in person, I am afraid I might not have been as though showing off all of the book because she does show adaptations of plus size girls, what she calls "juicy figures" and while they are an idealized plus size figure her art is heavily influenced by fashion illustrations and fantasy. I't's not for everyone but I think you would find a lot of diversity in the pages. There is a nice "look inside" feature on amazon if you care to see more. The heart is not to make the hourglass but more to proportionally divide the figure. I should have been more clear in my review. Thank you for your thoughtful comment.

@cris_ad 6 жыл бұрын

I'll definitely check it out next time I go to Michael's, since the book seems very pretty to look at from what you've shown, I'm just afraid her version of "juicy figures" is just more busty and with bigger behinds. I understand it's based on fashion illustration, but fashion is changing to incorporate other body structures and it's very hard for me to understand not wanting to do variety. Again, not just plus size, but actual different shapes since the hourglass figure is not the only one. This is just my personal opinion and interpretation. And please don't think I'm making any suggestions as to her character, she seems like a sweet and creative woman. Thanks for taking the time, I always look forward to your videos!

@LittleRavenInk 6 жыл бұрын

Cris AD I’ve taken her I heart drawing class which is based on this technique and I’m a plus size girl, and found her lessons easy to adapt the lines to look more like me, it’s super easy to tweak and I’m certainly not stick legs and tiny waist. It’s a bare bones way of doing it with an easy way to morph into your desired body shape. Hope that helps. X

@lechat8736 6 жыл бұрын

Cris AD This book is, as I understand it, a help for people who can`t draw! And so you have to begin simple in order to help people to overcome the fear of drawing figures. Drawing different shapes of figures is very difficult and another league of drawing. I`m not necessarily a fan of Jane`s work but that`s a matter of taste. At University we begin with simple skinny models and all the complicated figures come later. So, give yourself and others a break and don`t take things so dead serious. This book is meant for crafters, not for high-end artists.

@lmarteen2778 5 жыл бұрын

More books to inspire women to copy cat her look, and they are stuck drawing just like her instead of trying to find thier own style. Teaching technique is good but also letting them know they have to venture out and go find thier own style to make it thier own. Go to Instagram you will see many JD look alike art, its repetitive and boring, as an art teacher I find her books to be nothing but money makers and bait to reel women into thinking they are artist, when in reality ur just mimicking her look.

@me04100 6 жыл бұрын

Jane Davenport doesn’t impress me at all. I wouldn’t want my granddaughters to get ahold of this book. Too stereotypical of a Barbie doll and not what a young lady in reality looks like, and certainly not the impression I want filling a teenage mind in today’s society. Maybe I’m not seeing this in the right perspective.

@thefrugalcrafter 6 жыл бұрын

I think I should have shown more of her competed artwork because I think her painting are innocent and ethereal and not intended to make anyone feel excluded or ashamed of their bodies. She is inclusive of all people regardless of their artistic ability or size. She shows proportions for child through adult and fashion (skinny), average and plus size figures and while they are idealized I find the inclusive, ethnically too. It is all pretty art and some have issue with that but I don't, we all see enough negative and ugly in the world as it is, all we need to do it turn on the TV or open the computer, so when I am enjoying art for pleasure I prefer uplifting. Not that one is better, more like to each their own.

@jimflack9462 6 жыл бұрын

Okay, from a man's perspective, let me say that so many are being catty. Is it a jealousy thing, or just a night for nit-picking. Relax ladies! Lindsay did a fantastic job of reviewing two books by a fellow artist. Since Jane lives on the other side of the world, even though she released her stuff in the US, I don't think she's going to steal anyone's limelight. Lindsay, I admire your work, and the fact that you take it upon yourself to not necessarily promote other artists, but you don't feel threatened by them. You ROCK. And, dear girl, I love that you missed Sketchbook Sunday and put your family first. That attests to your character and family values!!

@bellestarryounger691 6 жыл бұрын

Jim Flack 👏Bravo to to you Mr. Flack. My sentiments exactly. From a true southern lady, 👍.

@butterflyforeve 6 жыл бұрын

I think adults look to far into things sometimes, and btw Jane isn't model figured either so I highly doubt she would only show skinny women. I have a 15 yr old daughter that wanted to be an artist and be able to draw like her older brother and father starting around 5 that she would practice every day. I would buy her this book never worrying about if she would think that is how women should look. I think people need to try and take some things at face value and not dive so deep.

@me04100 6 жыл бұрын

Jim Flack it’s certainly not a “catty or jealousy thing” as you call it. I’m surprised you even weigh in on this topic. Are you just an old man with nothing better to do or a perverted dirty old man who likes to prey on the opposite sex? Enough said, I’m out. Do not respond.