10-23-2018, 10:15 AM
@Riley Stark: No, my brother is on the east side of Florida, so they did not get hit with hurricane. Thank you.
I like the way your scene is shaping up. I'm sure you are still working on the details of the characters, but I just wanted to mention that the clothing on the center character appears more detailed than those on Kel Dor. I understand this is in-progress, so I might be out of line for pointing it out, but it looks like the clothing needs more detailing (planes and values to define the wrinkles and such).
I agree with the RickRichards regarding the composition, but I understand your position for this commission, and I think what you have still works -- at least for me. One thing I will mention is that the characters looks a little "posed" and still to me. What I mean is that in an action scene like this there is a tenseness in the arms and legs when they are in a battle. A current of adrenaline is coursing through their bodies and that is evident in the way their feet are planted on the ground and the way their hands grip their weapons.
That said, I am also thinking this scene is supposed to have that "posed" look, almost like a movie poster. In which case, pardon me for my comments. I'm just pointing out something I observed and thought could enhance the scene, as long as that is the vibe of the painting. Otherwise, I think you are right on target. Hell, I shouldn't even be commenting on such things as I have never attempted such a scene myself. I'm sure it's very challenging. And I think you are doing a great job so far. Looking forward to seeing the finished commission.
I like the way your scene is shaping up. I'm sure you are still working on the details of the characters, but I just wanted to mention that the clothing on the center character appears more detailed than those on Kel Dor. I understand this is in-progress, so I might be out of line for pointing it out, but it looks like the clothing needs more detailing (planes and values to define the wrinkles and such).
I agree with the RickRichards regarding the composition, but I understand your position for this commission, and I think what you have still works -- at least for me. One thing I will mention is that the characters looks a little "posed" and still to me. What I mean is that in an action scene like this there is a tenseness in the arms and legs when they are in a battle. A current of adrenaline is coursing through their bodies and that is evident in the way their feet are planted on the ground and the way their hands grip their weapons.
That said, I am also thinking this scene is supposed to have that "posed" look, almost like a movie poster. In which case, pardon me for my comments. I'm just pointing out something I observed and thought could enhance the scene, as long as that is the vibe of the painting. Otherwise, I think you are right on target. Hell, I shouldn't even be commenting on such things as I have never attempted such a scene myself. I'm sure it's very challenging. And I think you are doing a great job so far. Looking forward to seeing the finished commission.