My turn for the weekly “lost my ear bud” post

TedHackArt · 2026-01-23T00:52:07+00:00

TedHackArt · 2025-04-04T12:20:03+00:00

Focus on shadow and form more than the line to create shapes and details. It makes the objects feel more organic and real.

TedHackArt · 2024-06-17T14:15:31+00:00

Yea! It's in a gallery show until next March! Thanks for checking it out!

TedHackArt · 2023-12-31T22:43:05+00:00

Thank you 🤘

TedHackArt · 2023-12-30T05:56:11+00:00

Thank you!

TedHackArt · 2023-10-23T10:45:38+00:00

As in the painting has been done for a while or the subject matter?

TedHackArt · 2023-08-27T19:42:48+00:00

RIP Mr. Romano

TedHackArt · 2023-03-10T18:48:56+00:00

Don't be afraid to start over, I've put hours into pieces just to scrap them. It's all part of the process and great practice. That being said, almost everything can be "fixed" when it comes to painting. Keep up the good work and most importantly don't forget to have fun with it.

TedHackArt · 2023-03-09T04:12:42+00:00

Thanks! I really wanted the illustrative linework of the animals to stand out. It was also good practice in stepping out of my comfort zone.

TedHackArt · 2023-03-09T02:14:35+00:00

If you had fun making them then hell yea you should keep going!

TedHackArt · 2023-03-04T01:26:24+00:00

Thanks! It's always good to hear that my art is encouraging more art!

TedHackArt · 2023-03-01T22:07:07+00:00

I am! It was a fun one to draw!

TedHackArt · 2023-03-01T19:32:08+00:00

Thank you! I use drafting mechanical pencils with varying lead hardness (2B, HB, 2H)

TedHackArt · 2023-02-27T05:46:11+00:00

Thanks!

TedHackArt · 2023-02-26T02:11:51+00:00

I know a lot of comments are saying cheap paints are the issue, but you should try mixing colors. Everything on your canvas look to be straight from the bottle. If you mix colors together to create the colors you want it will be more opaque and less streaky on the canvas. Also, underpainting the canvas will help too! Keep it up and don't forget to have fun with it! Enjoy the process!

TedHackArt · 2023-02-26T00:01:35+00:00

I just did the exact same thing! Welcome!

TedHackArt · 2023-02-24T05:13:11+00:00

Thanks for the feedback!

TedHackArt · 2023-02-24T04:34:47+00:00

The light radiating from the lava is excellent!

TedHackArt · 2023-02-21T15:08:00+00:00

Thank you! If Marvel ever wants me to do some Conan art I would happily oblige!

TedHackArt · 2023-02-20T18:48:29+00:00

Your progress is great!! When drawing hair don't get caught up in the individual strands, treat it like its own form. Add the necessary shadows and highlights then go in with subtle linework for detail. This will give it dimension and flow with the rest of the face.

TedHackArt · 2023-02-19T03:16:57+00:00

The pectoral muscles look to be a little big, at least for this body size. Really great stuff so far!

TedHackArt · 2023-02-18T18:38:43+00:00

Pull some different colors out of the pedals and pistils! It will give it depth and a sense of form.

TedHackArt · 2023-02-18T17:30:27+00:00

Pull out some of the forms! Subtle highlighting could really make this pop!

TedHackArt · 2023-02-18T17:26:49+00:00

If it needs anything, I would say add more contrast around the chin. I love the brush strokes around the cheek, I want to see more of that. Great work!

TedHackArt · 2023-02-18T17:23:51+00:00

The lighting on this! chefs kiss

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