i dont know the answer of tbis question
Since you didn't include the picture i could be wrong but the most famous 'study of a woman's back' i know of is matisse.
Answer: I believe it is tracing!
Explanation:
I am not One Hundred Percent sure, but I am led to believe as such as it still provides a guideline for the pencil to follow, though not hard edged and focuses more on the stability of your hand and your precision.
What color?
The black and white/ blue and white?
If so that the barcode scanner.
Hope this helps any! :)