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Bramble-rose In reply to ??? [2011-06-01 14:52:45 +0000 UTC]

FANTASTIC drawing !! !

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Kalgoras In reply to Bramble-rose [2011-06-01 14:54:19 +0000 UTC]

Thankyou!

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lloveandsqualor In reply to ??? [2011-06-01 14:06:31 +0000 UTC]

Hey man it looks great. You've done a great job. If you want me to suggest anything, I would say some of the white loose hairs could do with being a bit more 'in focus' a little sharper I guess. Although I know this is hard to achieve. You probably need a sharper edge on your rubber (I don't know what kind(s) you use). Also where the cheek bone meets the jawline on the right side looks a little clumsy.

But I'm clutching at straws trying to give you some criticism (hopefully constructive), all in all it's a great drawing.

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Kalgoras In reply to lloveandsqualor [2011-06-01 14:09:58 +0000 UTC]

I agree with your points I'm using soft nylon rubbers and I don't think they do the job They can't cut through the graphite layers properly, especially when sharp as there isn't any 'meat' behind them I think I need a different way of doing things heh Yeh there is that small awkward patch at the cheekbone...I should go back and correct it, but I need to move on now I appreciate the comments though, so will try better next time!

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lloveandsqualor In reply to Kalgoras [2011-06-01 14:17:16 +0000 UTC]

Yes, then sounds like you need a harder rubber too, I use a couple different ones when drawing (and white tack xD).
And I don't blame you for not amending it either, I'm the same. When I have finished with a drawing then it's done and I wont go back to it (unless its a commission). Generally I would rather just acknowledge the error and move on to the next drawing, nothing wrong with that

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Kalgoras In reply to lloveandsqualor [2011-06-01 14:33:05 +0000 UTC]

Exactly! Except....now you've pointed out that cheek thing....it's just...staring at me...arggh!! Ok I've spent 5 mins on a quick erase and re-blend, then 5 mins rescanning and resizing image heh Is that better? I'm leaving the hairs

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lloveandsqualor In reply to Kalgoras [2011-06-01 14:35:51 +0000 UTC]

YES, much better. Okay, maybe small alterations like that are actually worth it. But yeah I would leave the hair as it is too

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Kalgoras In reply to lloveandsqualor [2011-06-01 14:38:55 +0000 UTC]

Yeh I thought I could correct that in no time, but I'll need a new eraser if I use that technique for hair again I might try something different next time, but I suspect the only way to do the flyaways is a sharp eraser....ah well, might have to get hold of one

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lloveandsqualor In reply to Kalgoras [2011-06-01 14:49:06 +0000 UTC]

just use a regular eraser, the steadtler rubbers do a good enough job, and use a blade or something to cut an edge. Thats how I used to do it.

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Kalgoras In reply to lloveandsqualor [2011-06-01 14:54:07 +0000 UTC]

Yeh I chopped up my erasers into small triangles with a sharp edge...still doesn't want to cut through the graphite I'm wondering if one of the harder rubber erasers would work better, instead of the softer white nylon ones?

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lloveandsqualor In reply to Kalgoras [2011-06-01 14:57:27 +0000 UTC]

Yeah I dunno, I guess trial and error is the best way to find out

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Kalgoras In reply to lloveandsqualor [2011-06-01 14:59:20 +0000 UTC]

More than likely I've tried to find out while skipping the practice and it doesn't seem to work Looks like I'll just have to keep drawing and muddling through to find my own style

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lloveandsqualor In reply to Kalgoras [2011-06-01 15:05:34 +0000 UTC]

Yeah when I started on dA about 2 years ago I hadnt discovered blending yet! xD

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Kalgoras In reply to lloveandsqualor [2011-06-01 15:38:36 +0000 UTC]

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Thorunn In reply to ??? [2011-06-01 14:01:19 +0000 UTC]

I honestly thought this was a photo! Really great work, love the hair and the eyes

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Kalgoras In reply to Thorunn [2011-06-01 14:04:29 +0000 UTC]

Thankyou!

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SquirrelGirl15 In reply to ??? [2011-06-01 13:59:40 +0000 UTC]

WOW. thats REALLY realistic!!!!

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Kalgoras In reply to SquirrelGirl15 [2011-06-01 14:04:15 +0000 UTC]

Thanks a lot

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HayleyLV In reply to ??? [2011-06-01 13:49:54 +0000 UTC]

This is really awesome!

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Kalgoras In reply to HayleyLV [2011-06-01 14:04:06 +0000 UTC]

Thanks!

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Vendrid In reply to ??? [2011-06-01 13:11:48 +0000 UTC]

Looks Grate mate your really improving fast

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Kalgoras In reply to Vendrid [2011-06-01 13:12:36 +0000 UTC]

Thanks bud, now hurry up and get well

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Vendrid In reply to Kalgoras [2011-06-01 13:44:28 +0000 UTC]

hehe wish I could bud

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DiamonEyes In reply to ??? [2011-06-01 12:31:49 +0000 UTC]

WOW. To se it go from where it started to this is astounding. You are amazing!

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Kalgoras In reply to DiamonEyes [2011-06-01 12:33:29 +0000 UTC]

Aww thanks bud! Got my next work to get on with now...then it's Stein up to the plate!

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DiamonEyes In reply to Kalgoras [2011-06-01 12:36:24 +0000 UTC]

ALRIGHT! Can't wait to see that. He's one cool lookin dude!

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Kalgoras In reply to DiamonEyes [2011-06-01 12:41:18 +0000 UTC]

I think you should try posing yourself a bit more bud. You could perfect the 'look'. Or even better...you and Stein could make a mean set of photo's heh...you just need to find another photographer to take them!

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DiamonEyes In reply to Kalgoras [2011-06-01 12:43:19 +0000 UTC]

Good idea! Stein and I were actually talking about doing a tandem set. I was the one who got him started on going to the gym with me, and we've seen a dramatic change in our physique. Cool idea!

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Kalgoras In reply to DiamonEyes [2011-06-01 12:48:08 +0000 UTC]

I need to get back the gym I've been bad the last 3 weeks! Managed to lose about 50lbs last year and want to lose another 15 or so...then I'll be happy

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DiamonEyes In reply to Kalgoras [2011-06-01 12:50:10 +0000 UTC]

Once you get back into it, it'll be second nature

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Kalgoras In reply to DiamonEyes [2011-06-01 12:54:41 +0000 UTC]

It's taking that first step again hehe

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TheCommissarFangirl In reply to ??? [2011-06-01 12:22:34 +0000 UTC]

you have epic talent dude

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Kalgoras In reply to TheCommissarFangirl [2011-06-01 12:25:25 +0000 UTC]

Thanks bud! I still haven't forgotten you! It's just there is so much in the queue I have an idea what to draw for you, but keeping it a surprise...I won't put any work in progress pictures until it's finished! ;D

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TheCommissarFangirl In reply to Kalgoras [2011-06-01 12:49:54 +0000 UTC]

lol no rush, I was trying to give you something to do anyway, so it's win win

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Kalgoras In reply to TheCommissarFangirl [2011-06-01 12:50:16 +0000 UTC]

Hehe, well it's in the queue so to speak

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Azalea2010 In reply to ??? [2011-06-01 12:13:28 +0000 UTC]

wow! done so well and I saw the reference- perfect resemblance

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Kalgoras In reply to Azalea2010 [2011-06-01 12:19:46 +0000 UTC]

Thankyou!

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irfanwasiq In reply to ??? [2011-06-01 12:00:48 +0000 UTC]

Sooooooooooo nice and beauuuuuuuuutiful work my dear
Amazing n nicely detailed
i m not professional but i think jsut a lil bit shade and scale difrence, just ignored or ... i dont know
but seeing ur work i think u can do
Congrates on so nice work

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Kalgoras In reply to irfanwasiq [2011-06-01 12:08:56 +0000 UTC]

Thanks Yeh I tried to upscale this picture as the reference is a bit small, however I had another smaller picture for the shading and I think my eye was sometimes copying smaller details on the wrong scale I realise the shading is a bit off, but I can't get my scanner to capture the image without ruining the blending a bit hehe. It's a lot more sensitive than my eyes to harsh areas of shading and less smooth transitions

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irfanwasiq In reply to Kalgoras [2011-06-01 12:37:33 +0000 UTC]

Okzzzzzz
i got it
it means u have detiled work
Then it is more that nice and beautifull
I wisted ur gallery
U r amazing

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Kalgoras In reply to irfanwasiq [2011-06-01 12:41:41 +0000 UTC]

Thankyou!

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irfanwasiq In reply to Kalgoras [2011-06-01 12:43:47 +0000 UTC]

welcome

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AngelasPortraits In reply to ??? [2011-06-01 12:00:15 +0000 UTC]

This is beautiful ... you got a great likeness!!

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Kalgoras In reply to AngelasPortraits [2011-06-01 12:06:55 +0000 UTC]

Thanks! It's Kelly Eden up next! Going to grid up this afternoon... (Sounds painful )

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AngelasPortraits In reply to Kalgoras [2011-06-01 21:57:38 +0000 UTC]

have fun gridding up!!!!!

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Kalgoras In reply to AngelasPortraits [2011-06-01 22:02:40 +0000 UTC]

I got distracted...I'll do tomorrow...honest!

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MorgaineA In reply to ??? [2011-06-01 11:58:59 +0000 UTC]

I love this piece.
I have so messed up proportions myself and this doesn't come close to my screw ups!
The only thing I could possibly see is the nose is not as long but, not really.
You did wonders with the hair, the background, the skin a lot of excellent pencil work!
ty for sharing

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Kalgoras In reply to MorgaineA [2011-06-01 12:06:19 +0000 UTC]

Thanks! Yeh noses are a problem, so is hair Appreciate the comments

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MorgaineA In reply to Kalgoras [2011-06-04 02:14:42 +0000 UTC]

your welcome

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zahnib In reply to ??? [2011-06-01 11:23:30 +0000 UTC]

This is really good Kal, well done!

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