Hi all…
I’m not a professional artist (very far from it actually), but I do like to spend some time with a pencil. I’ve seen that this board has some really talented folk, and I was hoping for some constructive criticism. Constructive comments from all are welcome…let me know what you think!
Hey Dan, that is a nice piece. Art is not just about proffessionals, anyone can learn if you spend enough time and enjoy doing it. I think you have some potential to produce some really good stuff. So keep at it for sure.
Talking specifically about that piece, the facial proportions are fine and there is some nice tonal work (shading) especially given that the thundercats colouring is quite flat at times.
As I said keep doing them, you will see yourself get better. Also try to keep all of your work and then periodically look back at your early stuff to see how much you have come on.. its a satisfying feeling trust me 
I agree with Kyle on his advice. I’d also like to add to that to make sure you sign your work and date it!
I’d like to add that there needs to be highlights and shadow in the pic somewhere, because it seems a bit washed out in gray. White highlights in his eyes, his mane, possibly his fur. This is all stuff you’ll learn over time. If this is your first time out, you’ve done well. I really like the sword lining.
Please keep sharing your art.
Thank you for your kind words and advice, Kyle and Teece. Teece, I’m not really sure what you are referring to when you say add some highlights and shadows…I’m not sure where I would add them. Any advice?
Just to give a little background, I picked up a pencil to draw for the first time in November 2005. This drawing was probably finished in July of 2006, so I had been drawing for about 9 months when the Liono was drawn. I’m pretty happy with my proportions and my shadnig, I feel that I do not drawing hands and feet very well, and I’m still not very confident with my shadows. I draw using only a #2 pencil and a sketchbook. Should I consider using any other pencils, etc?
Thanks again!
Sharp.:liono
You’re welcome.
Notice my avatar. Do you see the white parts in the character’s hair? That’s highlighting. Highlighting can also be done on skin and clothing, depending on the intensity of the primary light source of the picture. Now do you see how it seems that light in the picture comes from one side and puts parts of the character’s body in darkness? That’s shadow, more aptly put shading. Both highlighting and shading have a range of intensity that can help bring believability to the picture.
If you want more examples and lessons, visit drawspace.com.
Thanks again Teece. I think I’m going to give drawspace a go. It can’t hurt…
Looks good! Nice job!