I had a go at digital painting to practise more realistic colour and lighting. I think I got that right, but I started working the picture over and over so much that I realised it wasn't getting any better as it had become too familiar. For that reason I might go back to it and adjust it (hands and face).
I've learnt a lot to do with colour/tone and have a little more confidence within myself - I didn't use any visual references so I was surprised at how well it turned out overall.
Next time: work quicker, better results, use anatomical references...
J. x
Just thought I'd comment on this piece. Firstly I like to say well done on the arms and the chest as I think you've defiantly achieved something beautiful, both with colour and how realistic they also look. This also leads on to a question, did you want to make the women look realistic or not?
ReplyDeleteOverall well done and look forward to seeing you in September.
Thanks very much, James!
ReplyDeleteI was mainly focusing on my colour palette's realism by choosing a subtle image i.e. a nude. I chose the colours first and had them alongside the image, adding any new shades as I went. I've never attempted real use of colour for shadows/highlights/reflective light so that was my real aim.
I also wanted to use a sense of focus where I centred all the detail on the face and chest (hence no feet! And I love drawing feet!).
I can't wait to come back and be with the class again.
J. x