So ill try to post a few things here from my work. I'm a lifelong comics enthusiasr but only started drawing about five years ago so i got into it a bit late anyway, here are a few samples of my stuff
@theriotranger14 these look incredible. You've come a long way in 5 years. It seems like you've got a strong handle on the fundamentals, are fairly well versed in anatomy - and most importantly you've got a strong style that's coming through here.
As far as the feedback I can offer you, I'd just keep an eye on how large you're drawing the hands of your characters. Especially on the Tomb Raider looking lady, her hands seem a bit too small. A good rule to keep in mind for next time is to consider that your hands are about as big as your face from chin to brow, palm to the tip of your index finger.
In terms of the inked line work, I do feel adding in some line weights throughout the illustration would give it some extra pop. DC artist David Finch has an excellent article here on how he used line weights to make his line work appear more dynamic. You can check out the article here: http://davefinchart.blogspot.com.au/2009/09/line-weights.html
I like your rendering style and the way you draw faces, again, I think that's a lot to do with the style you've developed. Keep going - I'm looking forward to seeing what you've got in store next. :)
EMD - I'm 43 now. I started really drawing when I was 38
Clayton - Thanks for your input; I really appreciate it. I know what you mean about the hand size. It really is a constant struggle for me with proportional hands. Thanks for the encouragement. I'm going to keep trying to improve as much as I can. As far as how far it's come in five years, well its been A LOT of hours practicing. If I could show you one from 5 yrs ago, its just plain horrific. haha! Funny you mention it, I've been trying to focus on my line weights more lately, especially with trying my hand at digital work. I'll see if I can post a couple more from this week.
You say you got late in the game. Just curious how old are you if its not to much of a personal question to ask ?
@theriotranger14 these look incredible. You've come a long way in 5 years. It seems like you've got a strong handle on the fundamentals, are fairly well versed in anatomy - and most importantly you've got a strong style that's coming through here.
As far as the feedback I can offer you, I'd just keep an eye on how large you're drawing the hands of your characters. Especially on the Tomb Raider looking lady, her hands seem a bit too small. A good rule to keep in mind for next time is to consider that your hands are about as big as your face from chin to brow, palm to the tip of your index finger.
In terms of the inked line work, I do feel adding in some line weights throughout the illustration would give it some extra pop. DC artist David Finch has an excellent article here on how he used line weights to make his line work appear more dynamic. You can check out the article here: http://davefinchart.blogspot.com.au/2009/09/line-weights.html
I like your rendering style and the way you draw faces, again, I think that's a lot to do with the style you've developed. Keep going - I'm looking forward to seeing what you've got in store next. :)
EMD - I'm 43 now. I started really drawing when I was 38
Clayton - Thanks for your input; I really appreciate it. I know what you mean about the hand size. It really is a constant struggle for me with proportional hands. Thanks for the encouragement. I'm going to keep trying to improve as much as I can. As far as how far it's come in five years, well its been A LOT of hours practicing. If I could show you one from 5 yrs ago, its just plain horrific. haha! Funny you mention it, I've been trying to focus on my line weights more lately, especially with trying my hand at digital work. I'll see if I can post a couple more from this week.
From this week
Nice work. Theriotranger.
Your work looks great. I think your Red a blue pencils even look like a huge improvement from the previous one's you posted up top.
Your fundamental's are also really on point as well.
thanks, kory I appreciate the feedback