Open Figure Drawing Workshop 009 with Ben Miller and Rebeccak

#161

I’ll fix the amendment. Thank you :scream: But where is the strength, u are referring to? :slight_smile:

#162

ericyeo,

Beautiful piece!!! :thumbsup: Considering how unsure you were about color in the beginning, I think you have done a terrific job!!! :slight_smile:

The one small thing I would say is that his left hand looks just a little bit too small. But other than that I think your painting is just beautiful, and you should be congratulated! :thumbsup:

Cheers, :slight_smile:

~Rebeccak

#163

Hi…Ericyeo…

The strength is in the hands…look at Michelangelo’s David ect.
I had the same problem with my painting of Zhuzhu, I made his hands bigger, and it
gave him strength. Hands that are a little to big, are a lot better than hands that are
a little too small, when doing the male figure. It’s common practice when depicting a
male figure that you wish to look strong. and has been for ages. Just trying to be helpful.
But in the end, it’s your painting, and your call…:slight_smile:
Glenn

#164

ericyeo,

There are just a few areas which I think might be refined just a little, which might improve your already beautiful image: :slight_smile:

[left]Hope this is useful, and these are only suggestions. :slight_smile:

Cheers,

~Rebeccak
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#165

Rebeccak: Thank you.:slight_smile: I have done the correction. Is it better?
Spirit Dreamer:Sorry, I didnt read ur sentence properly. I thought there is some other correction, other than his hand.

I had sized his hand and added some vein (to add some strength) Trimmed his neck and soften the shadow :bounce:

#166

ericyeo,

You’re welcome! :slight_smile: Great to see your update! :slight_smile: The areas you corrected ~ the hand, the buttocks area, and the neck are definitely better. :thumbsup: A few more minor suggestions:

[left]Hope this helps. :slight_smile:

Cheers,

~Rebeccak
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#167

Hi Ericyeo
No need to be sorry,…:slight_smile: I thought, and think your painting was great at the start, and is
even greater now.
I painted over your figure, and showed, and told you about that lighting technique, because
I saw the strength of Rubens in your drawing and color, and thought that all it lacked was
the dramatic lighting to go with it.
I thought that even if you couldn’t use it in this painting, it might come in handy down the
road…you never know… I’M just trying to point out to you what I know, and have picked up
along the way, in hopes that it helps your paintings get even better than they already are.
Anyway, I like the changes you’ve made, looks better…but what’ that bright spot below
his neck LOL…JUST KIDDING…:eek:
Hey…Have a …SAFE AND HAPPY CHRISTMAS, AND NEW YEAR…Ericyeo
Can’t wait to see your next painting…:thumbsup:
Glenn

#168

AOAH,

Missed your earlier post ~ glad to see you back. :slight_smile: You ever gonna finish one of these? :rolleyes: :smiley:

Just kidding ~ Happy Holidays to ye folk in blustery England. :wink:

Cheers,

~Rebeccak

#169

I’m not sure if I’ll add anymore to this. I kinda like the way it looks unfinished. I think thats also my excuse to give myself some time to clear a few side projects off my plate.

Looking forward to the next OFDW :slight_smile:

#170

ericyeo :applause:

Mecha Hate Chimp, I love the style!

#171

Glenn: I’ll study some of Rubens painting. I definitely had learnt something new, i never know that the lighting filter could be so useful. :thumbsup:
drawMonger: Thank you.
Rebeccak: A big thank to you :smiley:


[left]Merry Christmas!! :bounce: [/left]

#172

Ericyeo…:thumbsup: …:slight_smile:

Mecha Hate Chimp…Strong PIECE…sometimes less is more…:thumbsup:

Take Care
Glenn

#173

for me… it’s perfect… a real style… no need more :thumbsup:

#174

SP & Lemog,

Thanks for the kind words :). There are a few things wrong with the poor guy… his calves should be a bit longer and I think I painted his feet too close together. I might fix that later down the line but Im at a place now where I just want to draw/paint and move on. I try to learn what mistakes I made and keep going because my tendencies to obsess over details can keep me from finishing anything at times.

This place is definitely great practice though… I havent painted a full figure in ages so Im definitely seeing just how rusty I really am. I gotta admit though, I really did enjoy this immensely and look forward to the next one.

#175

Hey guys, :slight_smile:

You will probably be seeing OFDW 10 opening late tonight due to the holidays. :slight_smile: I’m not currently at home, but will be able to post OFDW 10 later today / tonight. Hope to see all of you guys and girls on board for the next one!!! Everyone is doing such superb work and is improving so much, it is really inspiring. :slight_smile: Hard to believe there have been 9 of these already! :thumbsup:

Looking forward to OFDW 10 as well! :bounce:

Cheers, :slight_smile:

~Rebeccak

#176

Yeah… “9”… you must be proud Beckie… :thumbsup: I waiting impatiently the next one… “10” is certainly a good number… next topic ? Lemog in natural life ? :scream: hahahaha…

#177

Lemog in natural life? :scream: Only if I get the pictures! :scream: :bounce:

#178

I didn’t talk about an horror show :smiley: mohahahaha

#179

many wonderful pieces here!
and… rebeccak - your comments are great!
i think that if i post, you’ll get a large page of them… - but i’d love you to!! - i’ll probably post soon - just to scan some of my work…

#180

Originally posted by Lolo: I didn’t talk about an horror show :smiley: mohahahaha

Looking forward to seeing your work! :scream:

Originally posted by Icey: many wonderful pieces here!
and… rebeccak - your comments are great!
i think that if i post, you’ll get a large page of them… - but i’d love you to!! - i’ll probably post soon - just to scan some of my work…

Icey, can’t wait to have you join the OFDWs! I think your work will be fantastic. :slight_smile:

Cheers,

~Rebeccak