To master the human form, one must first understand its structure. Bargue and cast drawing provide this crucial foundation, teaching the student’s eye to perceive form, light, and three-dimensional volume. Following this, classical figure drawing allows the student to progress from static, monochromatic studies to the dynamic reality of a living model. By fostering the development of skills in structure, anatomy, and proportion, figure drawing enables artists to confidently translate their understanding of form, turning from plaster objects to breathing and living models.