How to draw people for beginners (to add to your paintings)

Learning how to draw figures for beginners can be something of a daunting challenge.  If we are honest, it's not just beginners - I have met quite a few experienced artists that still have some reservations about drawing and painting a human figure. I have a few tips for the terrified to get you on your way, if you think you fall into this camp.

   Why add people to your paintings?

Many painters love the idea of adding people to their paintings.

Why wouldn’t they?

Pop a person into a painting...