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 Posted: Fri Nov 26, 2010 4:35 pm
Intro--
Hi there, I WAS xx_insertcoolnessHERE_xx Nao im Generic Label ^^ im 17, and a senior in high school and I would Love some critiques on some of my so far drawings. I want to improve and thats pretty much the bottom line.
I have no professional past experiences besides that of art classes in school
I do plan on going to an art college though and someday be a graphic designer or a mangaka; anything in art will please me ^^
I take on more of the anime style of drawing.
Thats enough ranting I think lol Time for some samples for you to Critique
I will provide more samples in the distant future ^^
Samples--
I worked on this like 2 or 3 days ago;
Friends
I worked on this one a day a go and its only a sketch so far;
(also i dont know what was up with my scanner that made it all dark it usually isnt like that xT)
Girl
11/27/2010Emonga Girl form
12/3/10
-work in progress-
Some Fanart
12/14/10
Quick Doodle
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Posted: Tue Nov 30, 2010 2:44 pm
Coolness,
Overall your style is good. The expressions on the faces match perfectly with the body language and it's as if you can tell what the characters are thinking.
However, there are a few technical problems that could be improved.
-There's no line variation. Make the pen outlines thicker or thinner according to dark and light areas. Since there's very little shading, certain important places can't pop. Line variation is the key to making something stand out (eyes, hair, whatever)
-The faces and legs are slightly disproportionate. Thighs are short in comparison to the shins, and it makes their legs look a bit stumpy. Making those thighs longer will help lengthen their legs. Also, the faces look almost to slanted to one side, and like I said before, they don't pop enough, so making the eyes and hair darker will help.
-In the drawing of the girl, the hands and arms have odd thick points (her left fingers are fatter than than that of her right), but you mentioned it was a sketch so that can easily be improved.
Overall, you seem to be a naturally good, fast worker. Take a bit more time with your work and good luck!
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Posted: Tue Nov 30, 2010 3:44 pm
pretty_in_punk36 Coolness, Overall your style is good. The expressions on the faces match perfectly with the body language and it's as if you can tell what the characters are thinking. However, there are a few technical problems that could be improved. -There's no line variation. Make the pen outlines thicker or thinner according to dark and light areas. Since there's very little shading, certain important places can't pop. Line variation is the key to making something stand out (eyes, hair, whatever) -The faces and legs are slightly disproportionate. Thighs are short in comparison to the shins, and it makes their legs look a bit stumpy. Making those thighs longer will help lengthen their legs. Also, the faces look almost to slanted to one side, and like I said before, they don't pop enough, so making the eyes and hair darker will help. -In the drawing of the girl, the hands and arms have odd thick points (her left fingers are fatter than than that of her right), but you mentioned it was a sketch so that can easily be improved. Overall, you seem to be a naturally good, fast worker. Take a bit more time with your work and good luck! Ooohh thank you so much I did not even realize some of those things you pointed out lol Like with the hands just nao after re looking it I saw I did do the right hand bigger than the left I'm going to fix that right away. But overall thank you im sure this advice will help me improve : D
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Posted: Wed Dec 01, 2010 5:03 am
My advice to people who are trying to self teach themselves is more-or-less the same: lots and lots of life drawing. There really isn't any way around it. But unlike some folks in the art community here at Gaia, I don't recommend that you stop drawing anime either. Do what you enjoy and what makes art fun. Just, in addition to drawing anime, when you want to actually improve, then you'll want to study the world around you as much as possible. Essentially, you gotta know what's there before you can stylize effectively. If you're serious about art, I'd pick up a few "How to Draw" books. In addition, these are good: Drawing on the Right Side of the BrainSave LoomisHow to Draw the Clothed FigureDrawing for the Absolute Beginner* You can find a lot of good books at the library too * Here's a fun website with some good exercises too: http://www.drawspace.com/While it may seem like you're going backwards temporarily (since you already know how to "draw"), reviewing (and learning) the fundamentals of art is extremely important. Knowing concepts like perspective, composition, lighting, form etc will help your art immensely. It'll take some practice before it starts to show, but you'll see some big improvements over time. smile
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Posted: Wed Dec 01, 2010 10:41 am
Totally Not Sy My advice to people who are trying to self teach themselves is more-or-less the same: lots and lots of life drawing. There really isn't any way around it. But unlike some folks in the art community here at Gaia, I don't recommend that you stop drawing anime either. Do what you enjoy and what makes art fun. Just, in addition to drawing anime, when you want to actually improve, then you'll want to study the world around you as much as possible. Essentially, you gotta know what's there before you can stylize effectively. If you're serious about art, I'd pick up a few "How to Draw" books. In addition, these are good: Drawing on the Right Side of the BrainSave LoomisHow to Draw the Clothed FigureDrawing for the Absolute Beginner* You can find a lot of good books at the library too * Here's a fun website with some good exercises too: http://www.drawspace.com/While it may seem like you're going backwards temporarily (since you already know how to "draw"), reviewing (and learning) the fundamentals of art is extremely important. Knowing concepts like perspective, composition, lighting, form etc will help your art immensely. It'll take some practice before it starts to show, but you'll see some big improvements over time. smile Thanks i'll see if I can get one of those books at my local library or just borders or something lol I shall try! *determined face*
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