The movie below duplicates the PowerPoint presentation that was projected while I read "Leonardo's Legacy." These images were intended to provide a visual reference for the richness and importance of observational drawing in studio art training and the quality of work that can be produced by students when there is an emphasis on traditional drawing skills and the development of visual sensitivity.
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