Young Jonathan

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Comment by Richard Robinson on November 3, 2016 at 20:53

So cute. Looks cold and grumpy.  Good work.

Comment by Nancy Loadenthal on October 31, 2016 at 13:51

Thanks for your feedback, Elbhlin! I think you're right about the beak.  When I have a bit more time I will work on it. :)

Comment by Nancy Loadenthal on October 25, 2016 at 0:42

Thanks for your feedback, Candi!  I'll start with the lights first and will definitely check out more versions.

Comment by Candi Hogan on October 24, 2016 at 12:37

Hi Nancy!  i think you did a good job on this!  Agree, it does look like a young bird, so an appropriate title!  I don't think you need to go darker, but I think your lights could go lighter.  Do a search for Workshop59, and compare your values to some of the others, and that should give you a better idea of how you can make this even better!  That's why I like this site, can also learn from all the artists that nail these workshops!

Comment by Nancy Loadenthal on October 24, 2016 at 3:33

I really enjoyed painting this seagull.  I can see he has some problems--like he's too round-- that's why I named him Young Jonathan.  His nose is a bit awkward and maybe too long for his size.  Still I find him endearing.  :D The colours are not adjusted quite right--the real picture may be a bit warmer and slightly greener.  Looking at it now,  I think I could make the background still darker and the reflected light even lighter.  I'm going to go back to work on him a bit more--but wanted to get my painting in for the deadline to have a chance for the drawing.  I welcome your comments.