Comparison

This was one of the first life drawings I did this year, I think in the second class I attended at the Millenium Galleries. I was just starting to relax into drawing again and enjoy it. I think the proportions on this one look a bit out, in particular on his foot and left arm. 

The picture below was done later in the semester, at university, and I think the proportions are better (except for maybe the thigh at the back of the picture and the stool he is sitting on).

I spent much more time trying to get the angles on the arms right and the shading on the neck area correct as the light was brighter in the picture below. 

I have definitely improved in my drawing skills and ability to look at an object or model and get the dimensions looking natural. I have found if I listen to music quietly whilst drawing I tend to produce much better work, and I believe this is down to concentrating much more whilst listening - it's almost like being in your own little world.