Group Critique: the foot

Long Drawing, Foot, 4/6/09

My group decided that my drawing did, in fact, look like a foot, and a three dimensional one too.  They said the toe area was especially strong in creating that 3-D illusion, and that my line variation and quality added to that as well.  The ball of the foot is a little too round- it should appear more flat, especially that pad just below the big toe.  You can see anatomical landmarks like the fibula ("ankle bone" sticking out) and the 5th metatarsal (edge of the outside of the foot), along with the distinct shape of the heel bone.  Another suggestion was to address the transition from the toes to the top of the foot- the line weight changes kind of abruptly, and it creates a disconnect between the two areas.  

Overall, I'm really pleased with this drawing.  I know some people think feet are gross and can't stand them, but I think they're beautiful!  I was really excited to do this drawing.  Special thanks to Lauren, my roommate for posing her fine foot.