Life is nothing but learning

Here's the amazing thing about growing as an artist. How much you can learn from a single drawing when you take the time to listen to the critiques and come to a realization of what simple touch ups can do.

For example, when I drew the portrait of Jack Roth, I only had a vague idea of what I wanted (and yes that idea was pretty much John Martson from Red Dead Redemption), but I still wasn't sure what he'd look like. He was going to be scarred and unattractive, that much I knew. When I posted the picture a few days ago I thought to myself "I want to make him look older", "I want to make him look more haggard", and "I want him to really look villainous". My problem was that I wasn't sure how to do it or I was too afraid to add more lines because I didn't want to mess it up.

After listening to my friend's suggestions, I decided to man up and add more lines to his eyes and brow. I even added more gray to his shaggy hair. And in the end, I think I have never been happier with how a character turned out. I will always continue to try and "push" his design, as well as the rest of my creations. It only takes that boost of bravery to try something new.

The Before & After: