Gun Drawing

[TKI]

Very nice finish on the gun metal.

My next project is going to be a side view of the M240. light squad automatic.

Could you give me any pointers Paul on achieving a similar finish.

Your gradients and highlights are superb.

[Psaumure]

The project that you are talking about is quite an undertaking, it's quite a weapon. I look forward to seeing the completed project.

Thank you TKI, you are the 1st one that mentioned about the gun itself. I am attaching a working file with some of the parts of the gun I drew. In addition, I created a gradient box for you to see the gradient range that I am using. The only other thing I would recommend is to use shapes for your shading instead of the shadow tool. Keep a close eye on the lighting and try not to use flat colors. I always use a linear, circular or oval gradients on all my shapes.

Hope this helps,

Paul

[TKI]

Thanks for that Paul.

You are as always a benefit to those in this forum.

Tim