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Fly Like An Eagle

grandson birthday present

17 total reviews 
Comment from Lynnmarie2


I think this is a great entry for the human form contest. What I was drawn to was the lines of the human form, and how you highlighted them with a light color. It helps the image to stand out. Nice work.

 Comment Written 08-Feb-2023


reply by the author on 10-Feb-2023
    Thanks for the great review
Comment from Lynett


This is a good action drawing with vivid colors. However, there is a perspective issue with the lights--the size of the lightbulbs should be reversed because nearer objects should appear larger or more prominent than objects that are farther away.
Also, just as there are wrinkles under the number one, there should be wrinkles in that number.
Additionally, the left leg, above the knee (on the left side), is drawn too wide to fit into the shorts. I you extend that leg up to the hip, the problem should become apparent.
The basketball net is very nicely drawn.
This is a nice drawing that needs only a few tweaks.
Best wishes.

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 Comment Written 08-Feb-2023


reply by the author on 10-Feb-2023
    Thanks for reviewing
reply by Lynett on 10-Feb-2023
    You're welcome.
    Have a creative day.
reply by the author on 12-Apr-2023
    i just posted a couple of works that i did for FAR and Fanstory. want a chuckle check em out. (thumbs up)
Comment from avmurray


I usually start a review by telling what I like the most, but this time I will start at the opposite end. LOL I don't like that the frame at the bottom is cutting off part of the foot.

I do however like a lot the all black background with the spot lights, and also the strong feel of motion. Looks like this guy has NIKE shoes.

The drawing is done paying very good attention to details, and I also like the color pallet, and the good use of high lights. Apart from the cut off foot, it is a fine balance in the composition. A well done sharpie Mark.

 Comment Written 08-Feb-2023


reply by the author on 10-Feb-2023
    If cut off the bottom part and leave the top then folks would understand that the POV is him fixing to dunk the ball in the basket. I didn't..I just drew it out and didn't want to reduce the size. Lol. Thanks for you time AV. . Oh BTW the Funnie Flowers are coming back. They will start announcing who is being spotlight in the videos that will be streaming in the forum under general/"this what I can do for you '. Thanks for your time on the review
reply by avmurray on 12-Feb-2023
    Nice to hear that Funnie Flowers are coming back Mark, and you are more than welcome for the review.
Comment from Ray Gordon


This is a very nice tribute to your tall grandson who is so interested in basketball. I see you have this player in mid air about to slam dunk. Very nice and I am sure your grandson will always cherish this painting. Good show bro. Ray

 Comment Written 08-Feb-2023


reply by the author on 10-Feb-2023
    Glad you like Ray. Oh BTW starting this month the Funnie Flowers cartoon series is coming back and they will be announcing who will be featured in the music videos streaming in the forum under general/this is what I can do for you. Thanks for the awesome review
reply by Ray Gordon on 10-Feb-2023
    You are welcome Mark and I will be on the look out. Ray
reply by the author on 10-Feb-2023
    Every day! Wink
reply by Ray Gordon on 10-Feb-2023
    I know, Mark. Ray
Comment from Way West


A nicely achieved work of art in the human form! I like the action you have given and how you have covered the details of shorts swishing and foot outstretched. Nice bold colors with excellent textures. A great tribute to your grandson...and don't I know how quickly they grow up, my grandson turned 18 in the fall...Here's to being old but still artistic! Lol! Great work, best wishes for the contest!

 Comment Written 07-Feb-2023


reply by the author on 11-Feb-2023
    Thanks for the great review
Comment from FBI GUY


I have the same issues Both of my grandsons are taller than me and they are both 16. I love this POV for the basketball player and the action being illustrated. The colors seem to almost glow. The use of the spotlights adds to the feeling of action and lighting.

 Comment Written 03-Feb-2023


reply by the author on 04-Feb-2023
    Thanks for the awesome review
Comment from Monica Morrell


This is a great work of art with your magical Sharpies and Bics! Great color combinations.The dark background really helps the star of the show shine. Excellent body form. Excellent details. Your grandson will be very pleased. It is scary how fast they grow. Enjoy every minute! I am sure you do!

 Comment Written 02-Feb-2023


reply by the author on 03-Feb-2023
    i do try..wink. thanks Monica for the great review.
reply by Monica Morrell on 03-Feb-2023
    You are a spectacular artist and grandfather, I have no doubt about either statement.
Comment from helvi2


Fly like an eagle,
sting like a bee,
Hit that darn basket
and win one for me!

Hi Mark, The poet in me just had to add a little something!
Definitely thoughts you can send your grandson. Love the way you highlighted the legs and arms. I think it shows the jumper off nicely. I also like the shading in the shorts and shirt. This is definitely a good entry for the "human form" contest but is also a nice action shot! Very cool My Friend! :o) Nancy

 Comment Written 02-Feb-2023


reply by the author on 03-Feb-2023
    thanks Nancy for the awesome review.
Comment from bpellephoto


I wanna fly like an eagle
To the sea
Fly like an eagle, let my spirit carry me
I want to fly like an eagle
'Til I'm free
Oh Lord, through the revolution

It was some 50 or so Valentines days ago when my first born arrived. Now he is a head taller than I and his son is also taller than both of us.

Time keeps on slippin', slippin', slippin'
Into the future - Stevie was right. Hold-em tight and don't ever let loose.

High contrast, bold color and very much MK Flood ... Bob

 Comment Written 02-Feb-2023


reply by the author on 03-Feb-2023
    im a few years later behind but not far..lol..you know when i talk my youngins in can still visualize them lil looking up saying daddy. thanks Bob for the awesome review.
Comment from willie


Nice work!
All my grand kids are grown and are busy adults now. I now have a great grandaughter we are going to see for the first time this week. It is hard to imagine my Daughter is a Grandmother.
I guess this is what it is all about. Just living and loving life and showing your talents the best you can. I till don't think of myself as an old man.

 Comment Written 02-Feb-2023


reply by the author on 02-Feb-2023
    My oldest granddaughter graduates high school this year. I think of myself as a 21 year old in an old skin suit..wink. thanks for the great review
reply by willie on 07-Feb-2023
    I try to feel the same way you say but My body keeps telling me something else!
reply by the author on 12-Apr-2023
    i just posted a couple of works that i did for FAR and Fanstory. want a chuckle check em out. (thumbs up)