one line

I asked a few lecturers to have a look-through at my drawings ("scratches" I call them) so far. One just gushed, but offered no real comments. This afternoon, a different lecturer did. And what a lot of comments.

He was able to see through the tricks I used in my sketches. Basically my problem was there are too many lines, not enough definition, always searching, and perhaps getting too technical.

I was surprised and a tad indignant (my ego got bruised a little) by his comment. But after some minutes, of looking at earlier and latter sketches, I saw what he meant. Certainly taught me how possessive one could be about their "scratches".

Tips:
Draw with emphasis. Not too many lines. Decide.
Mind the tone for volume and shape.
Smudge better.
Practice drawing 3-D blocks for face, feet, fingers!

Well, the 'ol' Candy would get defeated by those comments right away. But thought I should relax and be cool about the drawing process. I asked the guy his opinion. He gave me honest feedback, not to mention a half hour of individual coaching. Und, ich habe gelernt. So!

Hellooo...! Leave your ego at the door!

More careful sketching and bolder lines as of now. More on Saturday!