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journalista · Posted: Fri May 16, 2008 11:15 pm Post subject:

I think it looks great, Jackie. Perhaps the left eye could be lightened a bit. I'm not a critic, though, and am always impressed with what you do!
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Magenta · Posted: Sun May 18, 2008 8:55 am Post subject:

Honest?

On the left side of the sketch the part of the beard ist not distinct enough for a beard. It looks a bit like a unproportionned chin. And the eyes do not look at the same spot. That is all and can be made better. I think more contrast would help. The darkness of the left eye fits with the shadows.. But the lower part of the left side is less shadowed than the upper part. Be more daring, not less.

You know...
Ever Tried? Ever Failed?
Try Again! Fail Again!
Fail Better!

This is hard work, so
Don't give up
Try again and again until you are happy and win House Points.

BTW I am impressed by your ability to get his eyes looking at all. I think Eyes, hands and feet are the most difficult things you could attempt to sketch or paint and "your" eyes never are blind.
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jacksl · Posted: Sun May 18, 2008 10:18 am Post subject:

Thanks for your honesty, Magenta.
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jacksl · Posted: Sun May 18, 2008 12:41 pm Post subject:

I've edited the pic now, if anyone would like to look
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Magenta · Posted: Sun May 18, 2008 3:20 pm Post subject:

I think the beard is now obviously a beard and the eyes look at me. I like that. Do you think so too?
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jacksl · Posted: Sun May 18, 2008 3:32 pm Post subject:

I do yes!
Sometimes you draw something and you know it's not right, but because you're close to it, you can't always see it....you know it's wrong, but you almost become blind to it! That's why I needed another pair of eyes to look at it and say "it's that, that and that!!"....so thankyou!
It was simply remedied!!
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Magenta · Posted: Sun May 18, 2008 4:59 pm Post subject:

I am glad you look at it like that.

So keep up the good work and one day we will all use your sketches as avatars.
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Velouria · Posted: Sun May 18, 2008 6:05 pm Post subject:

Wow, those tiny changes have made the world of difference to the picture. I can feel the intensity of his stare now, it is so close to the real deal. Congratulations Jacksl! You all make me want to sketch.
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Magenta · Posted: Sun May 18, 2008 9:39 pm Post subject:

well, take a pencil or a pen and a piece of paper and get started. Dot be discouraged with your results. Practice practice train... Jacksls successes are a small proportion of talent and a mountain of hard work.

And it can make your feel good, you made something beautiful.

So good luck.
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jacksl · Posted: Sun May 18, 2008 9:41 pm Post subject:

Magenta · Posted: Sun May 18, 2008 10:04 pm Post subject:

Hi JSL! I have found out that you are a specialist for eyes. I did not know that there is a website for showing art. It is like your personal show-room. What is your favourite material?
Some of your things are photo-realistic. But I prefer the games with colour. Like the Rainbow Liberty or the eye eye close up. Very expressive paintings.
Good night, or is it already morning?
Magenta
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jacksl · Posted: Sun May 18, 2008 10:14 pm Post subject:

jacksl · Posted: Mon May 19, 2008 4:23 pm Post subject:

I'm taking part in a "Rickman challenge", with my Deviant art buddy, Cyntilla. We are each to create a picture from each of Alan's films, starting from Die Hard and moving forward in time.

Hans Gruber was the first, obviously...this is the second....Serious Ed.

I'm not sure if I'll post them all here...if I rush, they might not be so good....time will tell. I always appreciate good criticism though!

If I can improve through it, it can only be a good thing!!!
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Magenta · Posted: Mon May 19, 2008 5:11 pm Post subject:

I really like this one.
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journalista · Posted: Tue May 20, 2008 12:38 am Post subject:

Jackie...

I LOVE "Serious Ed"!! It looks great! Keep posting 'em!
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