Gesture critique?

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    I've been on and off for 2 years but gestures seem still fluid and flowy. My main issue is then taking it to a finished piece.
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    Well done! Looks like you’re seeing some real progress. Try placing the rib cage and picking out the iliac crest for some landmark exercise. Great work!
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    #40290
    Ajirh,

    You seem to be very focused on the outlines of the figure. Instead of drawing the outside edge of the figure's body, why not try to draw some of the inner shapes that make up the body by depicting only the light and core shadows? 

    Make it a rule, 'I will draw everything but the outlines of the body,' and see how that reverse method increases your ability to enhance a longer sustained flash card pose.  

    Now, if you have never done what I call 'The Reverse Exercise' (drawing everything except the body's outlines), it will be very mentally taxing. Make sure you have a reward ready when you are done, cause a little bit of Pavlov never hurt anyone from achieving their drawing goals. Do this hard thing, get a treat. 

    I hope these suggestions help you create stronger images.

    All of the best,

    JCML Fine Art
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    #40295
    That's a really interesting method I've not tried before Thank you. Would i be building the figure with basic shapes? Such as drawing the bean for a torso or is it a little different? 

    I wanna give it a go but not fully sure how to approach it to start.  Thank you for your advice its appreciated.

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