Dwarf and Elf proportional design (in progress)

I begun by creating the dwarf proportions, having never drawn dwarves before I begun from the muscle structure.

The most effective way to create the body was to use examples of human muscle structures and create a morphed version of them.

Completing the body structure I moved to the face.











 I find it that a blue and silver/grey would give the dwarf a look of pride and nobility, emotions that are native to dwarves

Some armour and solid colours to begin the painting.

Testing the shine on the armour.

I had to stop here after the last 3 days my hand hurts and I don't think  can make anything good in this state, The shadows on the silver armour are too dark and stand out too much, they need to be more subtle.