3D anatomy models for artists

Filled with 3D anatomy models for artists, our 3D Reference Tool covers the entire human body. Explore our 3D models as realistic figures, color-coded muscles, or simplified block-outs of surface forms.

Anatomy references made for artists visible from every angle

+ 3D models made especially for artists

+ Weekly updates of 3D anatomy references

+ Rotate, pan, and zoom in on the smallest details

+ Same color codes as in our books

+ Block-outs, anatomy, and realistic models

+ Tool also features video tips and 2D illustrations

Variety of 3D anatomy reference

3D Reference Tool is much more than just a library of scans. Here, you will find 3D anatomy references – block-outs, anatomy models, and realistic assets – to help you understand and create realistic human anatomy.

The tool includes sex differences, age variations, and phenotypic diversity, making it one of the most versatile sets of 3D anatomy models for artists.

Male ecorche

Male ecorche is an excellent aid in anatomy studies for artists and the very first model we uploaded. Although it’s one of our most valuable assets, you can always access it for free.

Female ecorche

Finally, there’s a female ecorche! In the golden age of ecorche-making, the male was the focal point of art. We created a 3D model of a female ecorche – now available for subscribers on 3D Reference Tool!

Anatomy reference for artists

All our 3D anatomy references are made with artists in mind. We don’t include excess information in our models, focusing on explaining the surface forms – so they’re helpful references when creating your art.

Anatomy for animators

It's a challenging task. They way we approached it by scanning and sculpting the same people in multiple dynamic poses. These 3D models illustrates the changes in surface forms and anatomy during various movements.

Visible from any angle

Ever found the perfect image just to realize there are no references of the same posture from a different angle? 3D REF has 3D anatomy references for artists, which you can view from any angle and zoom in on the smallest details.

Best used together with our books!

Our books are better with 3D REF, and 3D REF is better with our books! We use the same color codes throughout 3D REF and all our books. Make your experience more immersive with 3D REF and get extra information and context from the books.

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