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How can I improve? :)* [FINISHED!]
« on: April 16, 2017, 10:20:18 pm »
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Hey floofs :)
I've been drawing a lot of animals lately, and I'm trying to improve my skills. I'm working on a new avatar this time.
Here is what it looks like so far:


I've only made the sketch so far. I've  done a little of the lineart.
I plan to do the lineart on it, then color it and and the shades and lights. I might do the pelt drawing technique around the neck :)
What do you think? Any feedbacks? I'd love to hear.


EDIT: I'll upload the finished drawing when the time comes :)

EDIT2:
Here it is!
I am very proud of this drawing myself, and thanks to you floofs' tips, I have improved a whole lot! :D
I'll make it my profile picture<3

« Last Edit: April 28, 2017, 10:02:13 pm by Ellen11v »
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Re: How can I improve? :)
« Reply #1 on: April 16, 2017, 10:48:13 pm »
That looks really good so far! I'm really looking forward to seeing the finished product!

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Re: How can I improve? :)
« Reply #2 on: April 16, 2017, 10:50:59 pm »
Ah, thanks! That is what I like to hear :)
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Re: How can I improve? :)
« Reply #3 on: April 16, 2017, 10:51:35 pm »
Im no artist, but I've seen improvement from artist who draws daily and shows some imoroved art. Overall im saying the only way to improve is keep drawing.

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Re: How can I improve? :)
« Reply #4 on: April 16, 2017, 11:20:28 pm »
I've never really given a critique before but I'll do my best!
It looks lovely so far! I like the eyelashes, I don't believe I've ever seen anyone draw them quite like that before, it's unique. One thing I would suggest so far however is making some of the strands of fur less spiky/sharp (as in not having them so small and ending in such a needle-thin tip) and a little thicker in some spots (especially on the chest and cheeks), to make it look more fluffy and natural. It's good that you made some of it point in different directions though! Other than that I'd say this is a great start to it. c: 
« Last Edit: April 16, 2017, 11:24:52 pm by Rizzla »

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Re: How can I improve? :)
« Reply #5 on: April 17, 2017, 12:00:42 am »
This is very good. c: Your sketch is clean and precise, very detailed for the nature of its being a sketch. I'm by no means an artist myself, but from the looks of it, you're already doing a wonderful job. I'd love to see how this turns out.

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Re: How can I improve? :)
« Reply #6 on: April 17, 2017, 01:42:18 am »
Very nicely done! You have a very cute style that's developing here! I can't wait to see the lined and colored piece!
Just some tips in general for any growing artist really, is to study some photographs of your subject and use lots of references; that will provide you with great form and anatomy! You may also want to consider watching other people draw as well (I recommend watching speedpaints!) since you can expose yourself to various techniques that other artists use. Then, you can learn and develop your own techniques and styles that work for you<3
Keep up the great work! And of course, practice, practice, practice! c:
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Re: How can I improve? :)
« Reply #7 on: April 17, 2017, 01:45:04 am »
Man this drawing is amazing!

A way I would suggest to improve - as said before above - is to keep drawing. But also looking at real life images to help with certain areas you may be unsure on. :)
That what i would do and it seems to have helped quite a ton.

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Re: How can I improve? :)
« Reply #8 on: April 17, 2017, 05:12:36 am »
Omg,
 This is SUPER cute! Id say what many have said below. Keep drawing no matter what! Practice makes perfect! Also looking at and referencing other's photos seem to help you learn proportions! :)Keep it up! Can't wait to see more!

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Re: How can I improve? :)
« Reply #9 on: April 17, 2017, 08:54:40 am »
I'm saying the only way to improve is keep drawing.

Keep up the great work! And of course, practice, practice, practice! c:


Keep up the great work!

Keep drawing no matter what! Practice makes perfect! :)Keep it up! Can't wait to see more!

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Wow, thanks guys. ^^ I do practice alot, and I'll undoubtly keep it up, because drawing is one of my biggest hobbies! :)

Very nicely done! You have a very cute style that's developing here! I can't wait to see the lined and colored piece!
Just some tips in general for any growing artist really, is to study some photographs of your subject and use lots of references; that will provide you with great form and anatomy! You may also want to consider watching other people draw as well (I recommend watching speedpaints!) since you can expose yourself to various techniques that other artists use. Then, you can learn and develop your own techniques and styles that work for you<3

I've never really given a critique before but I'll do my best!
It looks lovely so far! I like the eyelashes, I don't believe I've ever seen anyone draw them quite like that before, it's unique. One thing I would suggest so far however is making some of the strands of fur less spiky/sharp (as in not having them so small and ending in such a needle-thin tip) and a little thicker in some spots (especially on the chest and cheeks), to make it look more fluffy and natural. It's good that you made some of it point in different directions though! Other than that I'd say this is a great start to it. c:

Ah, thank you two, these really helped me, especially the one with editing the fur so it looks better!

Also, I'm already using a reference picture for anatomy. It helped a whole lot! ^^ ;)

I higly appreciate the feedbacks!<3
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