[rv_el]

I was inspired to create this image after watching Kingdom of Heaven. I wasn't big on the movie but I do recall this character, Reynald, that was basically the embodyment of what i think/see when i think of the crusades.

Please critique this image. What is the worste aspects of it? what could be added?

Is the red sash inside the building pretty bad? I'm not sure how to do it well.

Could it use some more nicknacks like rings on his fingers, wood work, etc.?





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[antx]

Well. I like it, but if you really want to make it better, then his shoulder pads should not come out so blurry. They are right in the focus of the image and should therefore be as sharp as the rest of the character. Also the reflections on the helmet have the wrong color. They should be yelloish like the flames.
Otherwise its really nice.

[rv_el]

Thanks,

ah, thats supposed to be a fur garment over his shoulders and attached to his under garment. is it not reading as fur?

[antx]

Oh, well, I did not recognize it as such, sorry. Perhaps look for a reference pic on the net to see what might be the problem. Even fur has some texture and structure. The outher edges don't necessarily have to be blurry.

[Affected]

I guess the biggest problem is to do with the composition. You've got a very symmetrical composition with the main interest in dead center - this in itself can be pretty boring, but you also have a lot of attention-drawing stuff at edges: the bright arches and the detailed flowers.

[artbank]

a good piece of work

it took you much time


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