Uploaded December 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
𦴠Get Jessie's skeleton diagram notes and workshops for FREE: wingedcanvas.ac-page.com/axial-appendicular-skeleton-freebie
Part 2: youtu.be/gvvmZvVZ3Wg
Want to draw better human anatomy? Start with the skeleton. Learn how to draw the axial skeletonβincluding the skull, spine, and rib cageβand understand how these core structures support movement, balance, and proportion in the human body. This video breaks down complex anatomy into simple, drawable forms, making it ideal for beginner and intermediate artists, character designers, and figure drawing students.
Whether youβre studying human anatomy for artists, improving figure drawing, or building stronger foundations for character art, this tutorial will help your drawings feel more solid and believable.
π How to Draw Skulls Tutorial: youtube.com/watch?v=8B0v-_5isKE
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π Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction
00:02 - Importance of skeleton for drawing anatomy
00:12 - Simplifying the skeleton
00:24 - What the axial skeleton is
00:40 - Clarifying axial vs appendicular
01:03 - Axis vs appendages explanation
01:18 - Starting the drawing and mirror tool mention
01:38 - Skull drawing note and skull video reference
01:57 - Spine connection to the skull and thinking in 3D
02:14 - Spinal curves and section changes
02:38 - Vertebral column (spine) introduction
02:57 - Spine split into five sections
03:27 - Cervical vertebrae explained
03:48 - Thoracic spine and rib cage
04:16 - Lumbar spine flexibility and common issues
04:36 - Lumbar compared to cervical flexibility
04:51 - Sacrum and pelvis overview
05:23 - Coxix (tailbone) variability
05:49 - Rib cage drawing difficulty
06:15 - Rib cage shape and mirror tool use
06:28 - Thoracic cage and sternum identification
06:55 - Rib count and paired structure clarification
07:16 - Rib cartilage and breathing movement
07:41 - True ribs (1-7)
08:05 - False ribs (8-10)
08:30 - Rib cage arch and drawing utility
08:57 - Floating ribs (11-12)
09:24 - Spine from the side and natural curves
09:52 - Accentuating or softening spinal curves
10:13 - Artist commentary on subject choice
10:38 - Advice on reducing creative pressure
10:54 - Glowing torso effect and layer explanation
11:55 - Experimentation advice and outro
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β CREDITS
Instructor: Jessie
Editor: Jesus
πΆ Music:
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π¨βπ» Software Used:
Photoshopβ’
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𦴠Get Jessie's skeleton diagram notes and workshops for FREE: wingedcanvas.ac-page.com/axial-appendicular-skeleton-freebie
Part 2: youtu.be/gvvmZvVZ3Wg
Want to draw better human anatomy? Start with the skeleton. Learn how to draw the axial skeletonβincluding the skull, spine, and rib cageβand understand how these core structures support movement, balance, and proportion in the human body. This video breaks down complex anatomy into simple, drawable forms, making it ideal for beginner and intermediate artists, character designers, and figure drawing students.
Whether youβre studying human anatomy for artists, improving figure drawing, or building stronger foundations for character art, this tutorial will help your drawings feel more solid and believable.
π How to Draw Skulls Tutorial: youtube.com/watch?v=8B0v-_5isKE
π€ Turn Your Passion into Income!
Join our free Discord to connect with artists, get feedback, and learn from professionals: discord.gg/wingedcanvas
instagram.com/wingedcanvas
facebook.com/wingedcanvas
tiktok.com/@wingedcanvas
π Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction
00:02 - Importance of skeleton for drawing anatomy
00:12 - Simplifying the skeleton
00:24 - What the axial skeleton is
00:40 - Clarifying axial vs appendicular
01:03 - Axis vs appendages explanation
01:18 - Starting the drawing and mirror tool mention
01:38 - Skull drawing note and skull video reference
01:57 - Spine connection to the skull and thinking in 3D
02:14 - Spinal curves and section changes
02:38 - Vertebral column (spine) introduction
02:57 - Spine split into five sections
03:27 - Cervical vertebrae explained
03:48 - Thoracic spine and rib cage
04:16 - Lumbar spine flexibility and common issues
04:36 - Lumbar compared to cervical flexibility
04:51 - Sacrum and pelvis overview
05:23 - Coxix (tailbone) variability
05:49 - Rib cage drawing difficulty
06:15 - Rib cage shape and mirror tool use
06:28 - Thoracic cage and sternum identification
06:55 - Rib count and paired structure clarification
07:16 - Rib cartilage and breathing movement
07:41 - True ribs (1-7)
08:05 - False ribs (8-10)
08:30 - Rib cage arch and drawing utility
08:57 - Floating ribs (11-12)
09:24 - Spine from the side and natural curves
09:52 - Accentuating or softening spinal curves
10:13 - Artist commentary on subject choice
10:38 - Advice on reducing creative pressure
10:54 - Glowing torso effect and layer explanation
11:55 - Experimentation advice and outro
β―β―β―β―β―β―β―β―β―β―β―β―β―β―β―β―β―β―β―β―β―β―β―β―β―
β CREDITS
Instructor: Jessie
Editor: Jesus
πΆ Music:
pixabay.com/music/beats-lofi-study-calm-peaceful-chill-hop-112191
π¨βπ» Software Used:
Photoshopβ’
β―β―β―β―β―β―β―β―β―β―β―β―β―β―β―β―β―β―β―β―β―β―β―β―β―
π¨ Not Sure Where to Start?
Take our free 5-minute Art Quiz and get a personalized learning plan: https://forms.gle/U7Mkn9si7HuEVuJB9
π₯ Get Instructor Feedback & Mentorship
Accelerate your progress with personalized critiques and mentorship: wingedcanvas.com/pricing
ποΈ Subscribe for Free Weekly Art Lessons
Learn with us live every week: youtube.com/@wingedcanvas/streams
Winged Canvas is a Canadian-based online art school specializing in illustration. Known for our Art Mentorship program and quirky art nerd culture, our pro artists share their skills and industry experience to nurture creativity.
To support our mission of making art education easily accessible and allow us to keep bringing you valuable tips and tutorials this post/video may contain affiliate links, which means we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you if you make a purchase through these links. Thank you for your support!
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#wingedcanvas #arttutorial #artnerds #artschool #artschoollive #artist #artwork #arteducation #illustration #illustrator #onlineartsclasses #onlineart #onlineartclass #freearteducation #freeartlessons #drawing #draw #learnart #illustrationartists #illustrationart #artillustration #anatomyforartists #anatomyart #anatomydrawing #figuredrawing #drawingpeople #realisticdrawing #characterdesign
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π Make a donation to support Winged Canvas and FREE ART EDUCATION!
paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=A69KFG2BMPQ24
π₯ Contact:
For business inquiries or collaborations, email us at hello@wingedcanvas.com
