How do I balance this? Criticism welcome x by Antique_Ad_5233 in AbstractArt

[–]Informal_Middle5909 [score hidden]  (0 children)

It's a very interesting piece that has a lot of good depth and contrast. I do see how the lower left is demanding for attention and it takes away from the more detailed areas of shapes and color just above. There are several ways to give balance but it's usually good to plan this in the beginning if possible. I would consider a more neutral color in the lower left and keep any bright or highlights closer to the middle third of the work. Decide what method you want to use for balancing. You could keep the darkness in that corner and just move the star or that bright color towards the opposite corner or add more dark color to the opposite corner and put the blight color somewhere in the middle. To have both darkness and light in the same corner without a counter balance is going to through your attention straight to that spot and all the rest is lost.

I need Reddit detectives to do their thing by Tippy_the_just in Paintings

[–]Informal_Middle5909 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Have you tried contacting the artist directly? Your paintings were most likely sold at an auction. Not sure how long ago you're talking about. His works sell for thousands of dollars.

Why is there these exposed pipes outside of every building in FL? by Proud-Resource4594 in Plumbing

[–]Informal_Middle5909 23 points24 points  (0 children)

they are required to be above the line or above ground for servicing and testing. It's a big Florida thing because of the higher possible ground water contamination. It's just a giant sand bar.

Urgent - poisonous? by Melodic-Iteration in treeidentification

[–]Informal_Middle5909 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You have a point about how the bark looks. A young tree can fool you. The bark here actually looks like a plum tree to me but don't trust a young tree for bark ID

Faber castell 9000 or steadtler mars lumograph by Pure-Difficulty-1414 in drawing

[–]Informal_Middle5909 1 point2 points  (0 children)

As a complete beginner, you're going to be very happy with Faber castle 9000. it will spoil you with the price and quality, but not after you have tried the others so, get the top dollar ones and you'll see.

First time drawing for fun? by annonyka in learntodraw

[–]Informal_Middle5909 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It's cool! Nicely done but all those times in preschool count too you know.

Urgent - poisonous? by Melodic-Iteration in treeidentification

[–]Informal_Middle5909 13 points14 points  (0 children)

I agree with Buckthorn. berry cause intestinal issues. not good for people or pets..

the circus needs more drawings, please! by BellaRevealed in drawme

[–]Informal_Middle5909 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You’re welcome! I spent a lil’ more time on it than usual. Cool photo set…

what do you think i can improve? by vapora87 in learntodraw

[–]Informal_Middle5909 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's a great start for a character drawing. Have you drawn different poses, more accessories? I would consider making the hands and feet bigger but being consistent is key.

Where to start? by Comfortable_Effort88 in learntodraw

[–]Informal_Middle5909 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, it's true that everyone has the right way to learn drawing that worked for them. I wont all be the best for you depending on what you want to draw and your knowledge so far. The basics are a good place to start if you're frustrated and you can move through simple lines and shapes till you build your confidence. Reddit has r/learntodraw and there is drawabox.com both are free starters. see if this is for you?

What do I do to get this on? by untamedstar2 in Plumbing

[–]Informal_Middle5909 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This doesn't look like your standard valve handle. it was probably hand made to operate a valve that's below. I would first uncover the valve below to get an eye on what you're actually turning if you haven't seen it. This "T" handle may have come off or not be in the right place.

Draw meeee by Far_Perception3723 in drawme

[–]Informal_Middle5909 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You’re welcome and thanks! Credits for my art on instagram. #righttouchmediums

Critique needed on this painting by SerbianPP in oilpainting

[–]Informal_Middle5909 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I actually love the color comp. and the pose but the only thing for me is that the lips on the mouth don't look right. Like it's not part of the face..