composition

[sagegale]

I've been doing some experimenting with watercolor pencils but when I got done with this composition I'm not real happy with it and I can't put my finger on what exactly I don't like about it --- I'm thinking it has something to do with the flower - any comments are appreciated

[Singular]

The composition is ok. It does look somewhat placed, rather than natural. The piece, overall, is not bad. The color is nice and the contrast is also good. One thing I would work on is cleaning up the lines a bit.

all the best,
Joe

[sagegale]

thanks for the comments - I kinda new to this world and it is a wonderful website you have with all of the various features including these forums.

[Singular]

Glad you like it.

all the best,
Joe

[paulabettam]

hi your composition is beatiful i think you did a good job look for ward to seeing more of your work from paula

[jenn_iam]

Hello... I have done lots of work with WC pencils...not sure what brand you are using (I find some are better than others) but a basic necessity for dry blending is the WHITE. I go through white pencils like no tomorrow...

Anyway - In general, I think the composition is fine. To help with the feeling of un-natural feeling in the flower, try adding another stalk, a bit less symetrical - but instead of a full bloom, have it in a pod, or bud.

As for the colors.. .your tone in the leaves are good. The flowers petals need some depth..

WC pencils can be fun, but are hard. Like crayons they want to leave behind a texture, that comes across grainy or rough, and moreso if your paper has more grain to it. To help the blend and minimalise this, I use the white.

**You may have to go over a few times to get the look you are wanting, but in the end... You may really like it! If you are not sure... try the technique on a sample paper, before adjusting your picture here.

All the best!
Jenn

[sagegale]

Thank you Jennifer, I'll do some experimenting with the white and see what I can do with the flower - btw your winter with wolves is incredible, what a great combination

[jenn_iam]

thank you... in fact the people Iin that series of art, the coloring is often done with WaterColor Pencils, acryllics and inks..initially... then I soften them up further digitally to give a more pastel look, so that it blends nicer with the more digital backgrounds.