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Wow Liz- you went from the simple roots on a recent post to this complicated structure! Fantastic job on these roots!!! I am thinking that maybe there could be more detail on the lettuce, but I like the simplicity of it compared to the roots. I can’t stop looking at the roots anyway!

You have mastered the pillows Ishbel! Great job!

I found this at the farmers market and just loved the shape. it was fun to draw. I am going to take your advice and continue to work on it.

Thanks, I really struggled with this, sometimes when you think something is going to be easy it turnes out to be difficult.

Thank You!

Thanks so much your comment it’s very helpful. Yellow is a dificuly color and need to use more of a variety.

Thanks, Katy. It does have an outline lol My eyes didn’t even Notice till you mentioned it. I’m working on the Orange now AND it also has a bit of an outline.Maybe my style…I don’t know -) I’m a photographer—-who never used color pencils till this class—-and who is struggling with shadows! Not really sure how to do the shadow on the bottom tw…[Read more]

On closer look, I’m seeing what may be a drawing error. the ellipse of the center section of the middle flower seems too round. It doesn’t match with the shape of the sepals below the flower. It may be that is bulbous and sticks out, but then the shading on it would be a bit different Could be I’m over analyzing. Your drawing is usually correct.

Hi Karen, this is a really nice drawing! It has a bit of an outline feel, which I don’t mind. In fact I rather like it. You may find this is your style. However, for a more realistic look, bring the darks around on the shadow side (Think of core shadow and reflective light.) and make the highlight a bit more prominent. I’d also refine more what is…[Read more]

Again, nice to see you working on flowers! And the color you have created seems spot on! It is hard to read this drawing from the photo, but it looks to me that you could bring in some more darks, especially where the petals join.

Hi Karen, I love seeing you moving into the challenge of brightly colored flowers. And this Anemone is a beautiful subject. You have chosen some good colors, but I think you can go darker, especially in the center where the petals meet. As it is, my eyes are drawn to the buds. I want a reason for them to come back to the beautiful flower. Also…[Read more]

Hi Maureen, Again, big fan! I love the colors you are getting into your whites in this drawing. My eye is drawn into the rich shadow areas.

If I haven’t said it before, I’ll say it now: I’m a big fan of your work. This drawing is so pleasing to look at! I love your rich hues and I am quite fond of your somewhat on the edge of being sketchy quality. You have a distinct style. Also nice lettering.

Hi Mary Jo, I agree with Clare, you have really captured the feel of this leaf! The solid prominence of the mid rib and the gradually diminishing side veins, then the oh, so skillfully way you have captured the interesting, ruffly edges! Great job!

It’s called ‘Minituare White’ cucumber that I grew myself from Real Seeds (UK company) – will see if I have any left on my allotment and send an inside photo this week:) it’s really yummy in salads!

Thanks Vern!

Hi Cathie, Nice texture on this squash! I really feel the bumpy texture. And the stem, especially the area where it meets the top of the squash has some interesting details. Good job! What this drawing needs now is a more spherical look. You can accomplish this by focusing on the light source and adding shadows and accentuating the highlight. I…[Read more]