looks good
dont think you should draw the hands simple then realistic though
why not? im curious, is it just too over the top?
was this made in a modeling program or straight-up drawn
this was made in google sketchup with a vray render plugin, and post color correction in paint.net. if you're interested,
this picture shows the process of setting up the scene
how did you accomplish this cracked/rough texture
the cracks where created by simply blending an image of leather over it
pretty much just multiplying something like
these on top
how does one apply such scuffing at those edges
multiple brush layers. if you'd like i can link you to some like the ones i used in that picture :)
A+ you've inspired me
it feels pretty good knowing this. i hope you create something special :)