Adult Toby ✨🫶

Looking back at a sketch made several years ago is a unique experience. For me, revisiting my Adult Toby character revealed some charming imperfections like a chin that might be too pointy and nipples placed a bit too high. These little quirks remind me how much growth and change happen over time in artistic skills. One thing I really admired was the hand drawing — hands are notoriously difficult! From personal experience, dedicating time to practice hands can really improve the realism and expressiveness of your art. I suggest breaking down the hand into basic shapes and understanding the anatomy underneath, which helps tremendously when sketching from imagination or life. The fact that this sketch was done three years ago also reflects how consistent sketching and experimenting with character designs can lead to better confidence and style clarity. If you're working on your own original characters (OCs), don't be afraid of critiquing your old works. It's an essential part of the artistic journey and learning process. Additionally, tagging your work with relevant forums or hashtags like #drawn, #sketched, and #oc helps you connect with communities that share your passion. Sharing stories behind your sketches invites feedback and can inspire others. Ultimately, every artist’s growth story is unique, and even little imperfections enrich your characters, making them memorable. Keeping a sketch journal or portfolio helps track progress and provides a treasure trove of ideas you might revisit or reinvent over time.