[WIP] Hand-drawn map features

[Gidde]

I don't think any laughter is imminent, that looks pretty good! Maybe if you rounded the bottom so that it looks more organic? It has a kinda pyramidal look at the moment since the sides are so straight and even down to the point in the middle. Another thing (and I've struggled with this a lot so I see it fast now) is that your lines on the actual faces are too regular. Most are the same length, and on the top most section they're parallel and in perfect rows. Try making them more random and varying the length and thickness. I find random is the HARDEST thing to do; I always make order like this unless I specifically guard against it. I make orchards instead of forests too!

[Morgan]

Yes, that is one of the problems, now that you mention it.
Another sketch, done in 5 minutes, just with tablet (not scanning), trying to follow your advice. Shape seems better (thank you), not the colors though...
This came out quite cartoonish!