Every character artist knows that the upper body and pectoral girdle are probably one of the most complicated parts of the human body to deconstruct and get right. With this detailed animation made by Anatomy Standard, you can examine and get a better understanding of the shoulder girdle and its movements, demonstrating the "antagonistic action" of the teres major versus the rotator cuff muscles.
For those who missed this news, Anatomy Standard is a very handy resource dedicated to providing materials for teaching anatomy. Bones, joints, and limbs, here you can find various body parts with names and explanations, great for studying and gathering references for realistic character art.
Take a look at some of their other recent anatomically correct animations below:
