Mermay Art Challenge

Updated Mermay illustration. I know I have not fully detailed everything especially the hands. That being said how do I level this up on a whole/ bigger picture? I welcome any thoughts and feedback.

Mermay Art Challenge

I tried taking this quite a bit further. I feel like I'm struggling a lot. I really dislike how simple and amateurish it looks and feels. I appreciate any thoughts and feedback.

Mermay Art Challenge

I'm adding this to see my progression.

Mermay Art Challenge

Mermay Challenge. Initial sketch with some cleaner lines on top. Please could I get some feedback specifically on the anatomy (even fantastically) and perspective, but welcome any other critique too? Pose: She is floating in and endless depth water column, looking up to the surface for her next prey.

I am struggling with ellipses in perspective while doing the 20 bent cylinders exercise. Additionally how can I improve my line quality/ smoothness?