Lesson 1: Lines, Ellipses and Boxes
8:55 AM, Monday May 4th 2020
Critics on Lesson 1 please!! Also can I start 250 box challenge??
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9:30 AM, Monday May 4th 2020
Hello! Grats on clearing up lesson 1! Here's my critique!
Lines: Generally, good work. Most, if not all your lines, display a large amount of confidence, and show a good understanding of the concept of ghosting. The main issue I see in your lines is that there is some arcing in your lines. Typically, this stems from the issue of mixing up your pivots, say your elbow moves a little. Take note of the movement in your joints when ghosting in the future to reduce this effect. Remember to use your shoulder!
Ellipses: Again, good work. You do have some problems in creating some egg-shaped ellipses, but otherwise, they're nice, good and smooth. This is more or less what's wanted in students in these exercises, so good on you for hitting this objective. I'll also add that the funnels (which you posted twice) are aligned properly to the minor axis. This is also good work, keep it up!
Boxes: Mainly, you're missing your rotated boxes. Aside from that, these are also done decently well. I see a good understanding of the concept of perspective, and a good grasp of the lessons at hand. In the rough perspective exercise, I notice that there are some diagonals in the front and back face of the boxes. Typically, this can be resolved by placing planning points, which you can place an infinite number of. Point being, take your time to plan out each box such that you can satisfy the front and back faces being perpendicular and parallel to the horizon line. This will be especially relevant in drawing boxes in 250 boxes.
Overall, you've displayed an excellent grasp of the concepts at hand, being able to execute your strokes with relative confidence and with great skill. I won't mark this complete yet, as you still are missing your rotated boxes exercise. Just post that as a revision, I'll take a look at it, and come to my final judgement.
Next Steps:
As mentioned, upload your attempt at the rotated boxes.
12:37 PM, Monday May 4th 2020
Here's the link to lesson 1's rotated boxes:
https://imgur.com/gallery/eOb2W9d
and thank you for your critique!!
1:26 PM, Monday May 4th 2020
This is good, though the convergences could be a little more tighter, especially on the bottom boxes. In addition, don't redo your lines, even if they're incorrect, since this only serves to draw attention to the mistake.
That said, this is a great attempt at rotated boxes and an overall great attempt in lesson 1. I'll mark it as complete. Kudos!
Next Steps:
Move on to 250 boxes, don't forget to do your warmups, and good luck!
1:42 PM, Monday May 4th 2020
Thank you. I'll keep that in mind.
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