Alright LET'S DO THIS

[Charli(e)]

Hello! Thanks for ckecking out my sketchbook!

For all intents and purposes, I'm kind of a beginner in art. I'm one of those people who drew anime a lot without really understanding how it worked But no more! I'm going to learn the fundamentals and draw awesomely!

Here's some stuff to start off with. On pen and two pencil sketches. The chill guy striking a pose is a Bridgman study The other two pictures were drawn from magazines. I'm currently reading through the Bridgman book and have ordered some Loomis books, so expect some more studies! Oh, and please critique! My art needs a serious kick in the butt, as you can see! XP

[lohes]

Hi, welcome to CA
Try to break down whatever you're drawing into simple 3D shapes - such a cube, cylinder etc. I look forward to seeing more studies

[Lyraina]

Heh, I know what you mean with the mindless anime drawings, instead of learning the basics, exactly what I did for ages
I like what you posted so far, good start. Loomis is a great choice, helped me a lot!
Just try to do some studies on a daily basis, the more the better, and never give up.
Good luck!

[Charli(e)]

@lohes Thank you! I'm having a hard time breaking things down into shapes- I've been trying but to no avail! Does anyone have any exercises that might help me improve in that field?

@Lyraina Haha, I'm sure a lot of artists have that problem! XD I've looked through some of the pdfs online and they're really great! I can't wait for my copies of these books to arrive!

Unfortunately, this week has been pretty lame art-wise! I'm pretty hesitant about posting anything since I'm a bit ashamed. But hopefully you guys might be able to help me out!

There are some quick still lifes- a glass and the tablet pen holder thing Mostly value practice. Also Bridgman skeletons! His sketches are very loose, which is admittedly a bit hard to work with! Shapes practice too

[Charli(e)]

Happy Columbus Day!





Here's some still life's I did! Some stuff that's in my bathroom, a Dragon's Tear and A stack of books






Some stuff of my hands and my foot! The first one's messed up XD




Finally, some Loomis heads! I'm getting some of his books but I thought I'd look at some of the pdfs. I think I finally understand what lohes meant by "drawing into simple 3d shapes"! :')

Anyway, as always, please critique and stuff!

[Cyberman]

Great start Charlie! yes we all went though an anime phase...lets face it anime is just awesome no two ways around it. good job with the anatomy though bridgemen and loomis are the best. I hope next time I pop in here you will have lots and lots of pages.