06-14-2014, 07:30 AM
I'm glad the crits helped!
The model study is starting to show improvement to the form rendering I think - it looks 'weighter' than some of the earlier studies you have. Crits-wise, again, just keep working at those edges and how the shadows show the form turning near the boundaries of the figure - the transitions are looking better on your bigger forms (especially the legs) and I can see more of a read of hard edges vs soft (like on the wrists vs forearms), so just keep going.
Regarding backgrounds in studies versus you own work, I'm not sure, but the same here. Perhaps it is because there is a certain amount of complexity (in terms of unfamiliar subject, textures, etc) that makes it intimidating for people who are more focused on characters/creatures.
I'm working on building a portfolio too, it is a big job haha. I just try to do a little bit of work each day, since it is such a big task. With regards to applying studies, perhaps you could do some studies as you encounter the challenge in portfolio pieces? For instance, when you need to do something (lighting conditions, materials/texture, anatomy, props, animals, etc.), you go out and find reference, do a study from that, then go back to the piece and apply it. It isn't the only way to study, but it pretty helpful in terms of retention and application (and totally kills two birds with one stone).
Good luck with your interview as well, I hope it goes better for you this time!
The model study is starting to show improvement to the form rendering I think - it looks 'weighter' than some of the earlier studies you have. Crits-wise, again, just keep working at those edges and how the shadows show the form turning near the boundaries of the figure - the transitions are looking better on your bigger forms (especially the legs) and I can see more of a read of hard edges vs soft (like on the wrists vs forearms), so just keep going.
Regarding backgrounds in studies versus you own work, I'm not sure, but the same here. Perhaps it is because there is a certain amount of complexity (in terms of unfamiliar subject, textures, etc) that makes it intimidating for people who are more focused on characters/creatures.
I'm working on building a portfolio too, it is a big job haha. I just try to do a little bit of work each day, since it is such a big task. With regards to applying studies, perhaps you could do some studies as you encounter the challenge in portfolio pieces? For instance, when you need to do something (lighting conditions, materials/texture, anatomy, props, animals, etc.), you go out and find reference, do a study from that, then go back to the piece and apply it. It isn't the only way to study, but it pretty helpful in terms of retention and application (and totally kills two birds with one stone).
Good luck with your interview as well, I hope it goes better for you this time!