11-12-2013, 12:21 PM
Everyone has already said the main points so quickly, I'd suggest actually not using ANY texture brushes for a couple of months if not longer, while you work on your fundamentals. Texture brushes are really useful for implied detail but they won't help if your fundamentals aren't solid. I think the last one is the most successful in terms of composition, values and texture density so you're heading in the right direction there.
Speed paints are a great way to get into the habit of doing some art every day. I used to do them quite a bit when first starting, and you do learn a fair bit by doing them, but definitely start adding studies and work on fundamentals as well. These will go further in helping your development. Good luck!
Speed paints are a great way to get into the habit of doing some art every day. I used to do them quite a bit when first starting, and you do learn a fair bit by doing them, but definitely start adding studies and work on fundamentals as well. These will go further in helping your development. Good luck!