First Impression

[42 Mice]

A quick sketch with oils.

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[Singular]

My first impression is that this is very unfinished. The black lines are a little too heavy and look smudgy at the bottom. I recommend not using black when sketching. If you need to use black, incorporate that later.

all the best,
Joe

[42 Mice]

Hey Joe, Thanks for the feedback, the thread title is also that of the work. I often sketch in black, using negative space to fill in the detail. I have just posted another in a similar style http://www.asingularcreation.com/Forums/viewtopic.php?f=16&t=6580. Let me know what you think.

Matt

[jenn_iam]

I agree, this one is a bit unfinished in appearance. I would suggest composing your work with a very light pencil, then refine with inks and paints if that is your medium of choice...

[42 Mice]

Hey Jenn, thanks for the feedback. I am probably a bit backward because I dont do any precomposing with pencil or ink, I rarely even use brushes! It was just a quick ditty to put down my first impressions after meeting someone, therefore I probably see more than most in it. At the moment it is sitting on the stack for me to return to at some stage & reassess.

[robjohnson]

It's pretty simple, but I really like this a lot. It's one of those quick glance images that gives you a read of what it's about. if the intention to leave a lot of negative space is on purpose, then it speaks purposefully. If not, I think you could use up a little more room.