Anatomy Tutorial: Back

How to Draw Back Anatomy: Structure, Shape & Gesture

The back is full of expressive potential but also packed with confusing forms. If you’ve ever stared at a blank back wondering what to draw, or felt overwhelmed by all the subtle bumps and curves, this tutorial is your guide to clarity.

What you’ll learn:

• The skeletal framework that supports the back
• Major muscle groups and how they affect surface form
• Key anatomical landmarks to anchor your drawings
• Functional movement and how it influences gesture
• Shape language to simplify complex forms
• Time-saving shortcuts for confident sketching

This lesson helps you decode the mystery of the back and apply that knowledge directly to your gesture drawing practice.

Originally recorded for my Patreon community and now available to all aspiring artists on Gumroad.