My Art --- Beneath the Canopy
After countless hours of watching YouTube tutorials and practicing, I finally feel like I've managed to bring a touch of realism into my art.
For the longest time, I struggled with pastel colour palettes and rendering skin. No matter how much I practiced, it never looked the way I imagined. Looking back at my older work, I can definitely see how much I've improved, and this piece feels like a milestone for me.
If you saw my previous post, you probably noticed I was experimenting with Chinese-style anime rendering. This is my second attempt, and I genuinely think I did a much better job this time. I focused on softer skin, natural lighting, and creating that delicate sunlight filtering through leaves.
I'm still learning, but I'm really happy with how this turned out. It's encouraging to finally see the progress after putting so much time into studying and practicing.
I'd love to hear your thoughts! Which version do you think has the best lighting—the first, second, or third? Constructive criticism and feedback are always appreciated.
