Sketchbook Thread of Grantmoore3D

[grantmoore3d]

Since I like to make characters, I figured the first thing I should learn is to draw the ideas that I see in my mind. So my short term goal is to learn how to draw/sketch the nude human form. So, I've started with some women, then will move onto men in the next few weeks.

Note: these are drawn from random google images as reference

http://www.grantmoore3d.com/stuff/sketchBook/0001.jpg

http://www.grantmoore3d.com/stuff/sketchBook/0002.jpg

http://www.grantmoore3d.com/stuff/sketchBook/0003.jpg

My Personal Critique

Hands, feet, hair and faces are terrible to say the least. In fact, I gave up on the feet in the three I've posted here. The center of gravity feels wrong. Overall relative proportions are okay, but need to be refined.

[shapemaster]

hi

to draw the human figure convincingly its not enough to only sketch from photos. you need to learn anatomy, rhythm, basic sketching skills, values ... it does sound like a lot and it probably is. i think you shouldnt make it a short-term goal, since its more complex than you think. many artists have devoted their life to study the human figure. it wont do with only a couple of weeks. :)
im not saying a few weeks are useless, you will definetly see improvements, but its not sufficient. i just want you to be mentally prepared. as short term goal, try something more reachable, i.e. learn the muscle groups of a limb. trying to master the human figure in a short time will only get you frustrated.
your problem are basics. invest some time into it and you will def see improvements. start with still lifes or even simpler, basic forms. get some good books or join a class. just dont neglect the basics! theyre very essential for any subject you choose to draw.

i hope i didnt discourage u completely by now :D
im not saying that theres only one way to do it, but there are usually expectations and rules when it comes to sketching the nude figure.
its up to u, just have fun

bye

[grantmoore3d]

Thanks for the input, I do plan on studying this for much longer than a few weeks (ie: years), I must not have written down my intentions properly.

I meant that over the next few weeks I would just start drawings full figures to get myself into a routine of practicing and to generate some personal interest. Then I would move onto some more appropriate practices.

I liked the idea of focusing on muscle groups, would be very useful in many areas. I'll keep that in mind!! Now more importantly, I must find more time to practice haha... finishing up the final year of university doesn't leave much. I guess I"ll have to start doodling in class. :P

[grantmoore3d]

Alright, was a little busy this week, but luckily I couldn't sleep and felt like doing a drawing. I'm reading a book called "Art of Drawing the Human Body" so as I practice I'll learn new techniques and have something to reference. Here is my latest!!

http://www.grantmoore3d.com/stuff/sketchBook/0004.jpg

This one turned out decent enough. I'm still just focusing on the mid-section and arms/legs right now... will work on faces, hands and feet in the future once I'm more comfortable with sketching in general.

Again, any critique/comments are welcome!

[grantmoore3d]

http://www.grantmoore3d.com/content/static/x17tqo2oe.jpg

So this is a recent creation of mine, trying my hand at doing a digital painting. While I value doing it on paper, I find this is much easier to understand. It's not what I saw in my head at all, but hey, it's a start. I do like how I at least managed to capture the mood and atmosphere I wanted from the beginning.

[JohanGold]

welcome m8

and nice start ..

u could work on the eyes much more

post more m8

cheers

majid

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