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My critique would be that the reflective light should have a smoother transition into the tomato. Also it should be darker and redder. Check out the reflective light on my tomato. Also, add a more distinctive core shadow. I’d use a maroon so the color stays vibrant. Maybe some dark sepia in the darkest part. And one other thing, think about the “…[Read more]

Hi Linda,
This is one good looking tomato. Great job! You have every right to be proud of it. Since you are asking for more critique, I will give it to you, but enjoy your moment. This is fine work!

I know that as teachers you have seen hundreds of tomatos drawn by newbies. Where like mine the reference highlight is not in the right place and the shadow is all wrong and the dark areas are too dark in some places and not quite dark enough in others. This tomato to me represents something I was positive I could never ever do. Thank you for such…[Read more]

@Doug Milne Thank you so much for helping me understand how to do the leaves better. I am working through the botanical basics and haven’t got to the leaf bit yet. 🙂 You are absolutely right about the embossing tool too. I’ll try the things you suggest when I attempt a leaf again. I’ve also just ordered Wendy’s book because I see you guys…[Read more]

Sam, that sounds like a great idea!

You said it Sam! “lost” is a good term.

Graceful, beautiful, calm, elegant, regal. 🙂 Love the contour marks, and the light shimmering.

Gorgeous, Margaret.

YES!

These are such great studies!

Beautiful, Peta!

I’m so glad that you were brave and posted this! Good job. We are all here to learn. Our own drawings are never as bad as we think. 🙂 All of us “instructors” have drawers full of “lost” drawings.:)

Pretty! Yes you really captured the glow of the mighty sunflower.

Great little portrait, Lisa! Acorns are such great subjects.

Twig portraits are the best.

Yes to the fuzzies! And the movement and saturated colours are lovely. A gem.

So great, Jill. So engaging – could look at this for a long time!