Hi Y'all - I'm from Georgia too

[Julie Deane]

Well, now that I've done the obligatory plural-form greeting, thanks for being here. I've really enjoyed reading through the forum, and feel I've learned a lot already.

I'm returning to my art roots after way too many years away. Since I had a graphic arts degree, I got some art training, but not enough.

I'm struggling to get my drawing/painting skills in better shape, and after every painting I do, I realize how much more I need to concentrate on drawing. So, even though this is an intro, I would love feedback on what suggestions you would have - break away and do nothing but drawings for a while, or try to integrate painting/drawing?

Also, when would you suggest a person is ready to put a painting up for a critique?

Thanks again, and a sample of my work is attached, so you can see my current level.

Julie Deane

[Steven Sweeney]

Also, when would you suggest a person is ready to put a painting up for a critique?

There's no time like the present, Julie. The sooner you get started, the soon you get there.

Welcome, and wade in.

[Julie Deane]

I'll do that! Thanks.

[Darla Dixon]

Hello Julie, I'm in Snellville Georgia. Glad to see you here. Your portrait is very nice! You did a great job of reflecting the color from the blouse just slightly to your subject's face. That portrait shows a lot of your subject's personality too.

Darla