edm2112 Posted March 30, 2014 Share Posted March 30, 2014 Normally I find that I'll only sit down and draw a few pictures (that i think are worth keeping) per year...For some reason, just in the past few days, I've done nothing but draw. I've been enjoying my recent productivity and I feel like each one is better than the last. Been drawing musicians mainly...it's nice to zone out listening to whichever particular album my subject is related to. I normally stick with the good ol' high quality pencil and paper...maybe a little charcoal...at this point I'm not feeling adventurous enough to venture into too many colors and other mediums. *Disclaimer: I don't consider myself a professional at all...a few art classes through elementary and high school...and a little inspiration :smoke: is the only training I've had.* These have been done in just the past 2 days: Here's some others that have been done over the past year or so...some of these arent musicians. ( ^ My Grandfather and Grandmother ) 15 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chicken hawk Posted March 30, 2014 Share Posted March 30, 2014 EDM2112 :ebert: Drawing is the honesty of the art. There is no possibility of cheating. It is either good or bad. YOURS IS GOOD ! 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
USB Connector Posted March 30, 2014 Share Posted March 30, 2014 Damn dude, that's impressive. I can barely draw a straight line and here you are drawing these crazy realistic portraits. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Babycat Posted March 30, 2014 Share Posted March 30, 2014 Those are stunning! :ebert: :ebert: 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YYZumbi Posted March 30, 2014 Share Posted March 30, 2014 I loved the first pic on Neil! Really nice work! :) 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turbine Freight Posted March 30, 2014 Share Posted March 30, 2014 The ones of your grandparents are especially cool. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EagleMoon Posted March 30, 2014 Share Posted March 30, 2014 Nice job. You have a definite style which is a good thing. Keep at it. :) 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edm2112 Posted April 1, 2014 Author Share Posted April 1, 2014 Wow! Thank you all for your kind words. Really gives a guy a good confidence boost to hear it. The ones of your grandparents are especially cool. I think so too. The photos I drew these from were taken around 1944...I called the two portraits "Sailor and his Sweetheart" After my estranged "father" left, they really helped my mother raise me to be the best person I can be. My grandfather taught me that patience and determination are the most important qualities in a good work ethic...and that everyone and everything you love is more important than anything else. He's the strongest person I know. After seeing my grandmother slowly succumb to Alzheimer's and her passing in '07, I realized just how strong he was. He was right by her side every day. He's 92 years young, a WWII Navy veteran, my best friend, and the only real father figure I had to look up to. So those portraits were done for him as a small gesture of appreciation for everything he's done for myself and my family. Anything I can do to make him proud, I'd do it in a heartbeat. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edm2112 Posted April 8, 2014 Author Share Posted April 8, 2014 Here's some new ones I just finished up in the past week. Enjoy! 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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edm2112 Posted April 20, 2014 Author Share Posted April 20, 2014 Couple more I've just finished up... 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RushCanuck Posted April 20, 2014 Share Posted April 20, 2014 Stunning and amazing drawings. Does police work (drawing a suspect) or court room sketches interest you? If you would like to turn this talent into a profession, those are 2 ideas. if it's just a hobby, enjoy and keep up the good work. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edm2112 Posted April 30, 2014 Author Share Posted April 30, 2014 Haven't really considered that kind of work....Nowadays most police departments are using photoshop (rather poorly, i might add) for suspect composite sketches...and courtroom drawing is becoming a dying art...that and I just don't think I could capture scenes quickly enough to be able to do that. So for now I guess it'll just remain a hobby. I have been taking requests and getting commissioned to do personal portraits for friends and family...so maybe something will come of that. Here's a new one, hot off the sketchbook. I know there was some discussion of a Rush Bond-theme...so I was inspired to draw the original, the always classy, Sean Connery flavor of James Bond 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LittleRushmonkey Posted May 21, 2014 Share Posted May 21, 2014 I love your Jack Sparrow image. they're all great. I like the one with the robotic mouse thingy playing chess (is it chess?). 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edm2112 Posted May 21, 2014 Author Share Posted May 21, 2014 I love your Jack Sparrow image. they're all great. I like the one with the robotic mouse thingy playing chess (is it chess?). Thank you! Haha, close...it's deadmau5...doing whatever it is he does on stage....here's the image I drew it from. http://i.imgur.com/Y4fj4DHl.jpg 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CygnusGal Posted May 22, 2014 Share Posted May 22, 2014 :ebert: Absolutely wonderful! You are very talented. :) 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KennyLee Posted May 22, 2014 Share Posted May 22, 2014 Love the pic of Dr. Sheldon Cooper. Looks just like him! You got serious talent. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edm2112 Posted June 9, 2014 Author Share Posted June 9, 2014 This one is a bit of a work-in-progress...it's only about 1/3 of the whole piece. My second favorite drummer, Carter Beauford. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edm2112 Posted September 10, 2014 Author Share Posted September 10, 2014 A few more finished recently.. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
troutman Posted September 10, 2014 Share Posted September 10, 2014 Wow! Thank you all for your kind words. Really gives a guy a good confidence boost to hear it. The ones of your grandparents are especially cool. I think so too. The photos I drew these from were taken around 1944...I called the two portraits "Sailor and his Sweetheart" After my estranged "father" left, they really helped my mother raise me to be the best person I can be. My grandfather taught me that patience and determination are the most important qualities in a good work ethic...and that everyone and everything you love is more important than anything else. He's the strongest person I know. After seeing my grandmother slowly succumb to Alzheimer's and her passing in '07, I realized just how strong he was. He was right by her side every day. He's 92 years young, a WWII Navy veteran, my best friend, and the only real father figure I had to look up to. So those portraits were done for him as a small gesture of appreciation for everything he's done for myself and my family. Anything I can do to make him proud, I'd do it in a heartbeat. Wow Thats beautiful!! There needs to be more young folks like you. You were brought up and taught well by some amazing folks. I admire your drawing skills and your zest for life. You have a good head on your shoulders. Never forget where you came from as you get older. :ebert: 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
troutman Posted September 10, 2014 Share Posted September 10, 2014 Haven't really considered that kind of work....Nowadays most police departments are using photoshop (rather poorly, i might add) for suspect composite sketches...and courtroom drawing is becoming a dying art...that and I just don't think I could capture scenes quickly enough to be able to do that. So for now I guess it'll just remain a hobby. I have been taking requests and getting commissioned to do personal portraits for friends and family...so maybe something will come of that. Here's a new one, hot off the sketchbook. I know there was some discussion of a Rush Bond-theme...so I was inspired to draw the original, the always classy, Sean Connery flavor of James Bond Thats awesome!! :haz: 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edm2112 Posted September 11, 2014 Author Share Posted September 11, 2014 Wow! Thank you all for your kind words. Really gives a guy a good confidence boost to hear it. The ones of your grandparents are especially cool. I think so too. The photos I drew these from were taken around 1944...I called the two portraits "Sailor and his Sweetheart" After my estranged "father" left, they really helped my mother raise me to be the best person I can be. My grandfather taught me that patience and determination are the most important qualities in a good work ethic...and that everyone and everything you love is more important than anything else. He's the strongest person I know. After seeing my grandmother slowly succumb to Alzheimer's and her passing in '07, I realized just how strong he was. He was right by her side every day. He's 92 years young, a WWII Navy veteran, my best friend, and the only real father figure I had to look up to. So those portraits were done for him as a small gesture of appreciation for everything he's done for myself and my family. Anything I can do to make him proud, I'd do it in a heartbeat. Wow Thats beautiful!! There needs to be more young folks like you. You were brought up and taught well by some amazing folks. I admire your drawing skills and your zest for life. You have a good head on your shoulders. Never forget where you came from as you get older. :ebert: Thanks! I know all the values he's taught me have really made me who I am today. And for that, I am truly thankful. I appreciate every kind word and compliment all you crazy TRF folks have sent my way. Definitely some good positive reinforcement to keep up this little hobby of mine haha! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turbine Freight Posted September 11, 2014 Share Posted September 11, 2014 The Archer drawing is spot on! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
troutman Posted September 11, 2014 Share Posted September 11, 2014 Wow! Thank you all for your kind words. Really gives a guy a good confidence boost to hear it. The ones of your grandparents are especially cool. I think so too. The photos I drew these from were taken around 1944...I called the two portraits "Sailor and his Sweetheart" After my estranged "father" left, they really helped my mother raise me to be the best person I can be. My grandfather taught me that patience and determination are the most important qualities in a good work ethic...and that everyone and everything you love is more important than anything else. He's the strongest person I know. After seeing my grandmother slowly succumb to Alzheimer's and her passing in '07, I realized just how strong he was. He was right by her side every day. He's 92 years young, a WWII Navy veteran, my best friend, and the only real father figure I had to look up to. So those portraits were done for him as a small gesture of appreciation for everything he's done for myself and my family. Anything I can do to make him proud, I'd do it in a heartbeat. Wow Thats beautiful!! There needs to be more young folks like you. You were brought up and taught well by some amazing folks. I admire your drawing skills and your zest for life. You have a good head on your shoulders. Never forget where you came from as you get older. :ebert: Thanks! I know all the values he's taught me have really made me who I am today. And for that, I am truly thankful. I appreciate every kind word and compliment all you crazy TRF folks have sent my way. Definitely some good positive reinforcement to keep up this little hobby of mine haha! If I send you some pics. can you draw them? I will pay of course. Wanna do some thing special for my girlfiend at Christmas. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edm2112 Posted September 11, 2014 Author Share Posted September 11, 2014 Of course! I'd be more than happy to. Just shoot me a message and we'll talk some more about what you'd like done. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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