So, you've got the cutest pet, and you're thinking, "I wish I could paint their adorable face!". I know how you feel. I constantly want to paint my Shiba Inu, Kaiju – he's ridiculously amusing!

What's the point of a portrait if you can't nail that unique look, right? And seriously, do you need your dog to sit still the entire time? How do you capture the essence of your furry friend in a portrait, anyway?

Fear not! This course has got you covered, from the initial brainstorm to the final brushstroke. We'll use Kaiju as our charming model. You will learn everything you need to know, from taking a perfect photo of your pet, to drawing anatomically a correct sketch to using watercolors for realistic portraiture. And here's a festive twist – the final project is infused with Christmas spirit, because, why not? It's the most wonderful time of the year!

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

Pet Photography Tips for Portrait Artists: Discover how to take the right picture of your dog for your painting. Spoiler alert: Sometimes an amazing photo is a terrible reference for a painting.
Portrait Drawing Tips: I'll share proven tricks for drawing an anatomically correct sketch of any dog. You'll learn to sketch the perfect face of your pet, even if your current expertise is limited to stick figures.
Watercolor Basics & Advanced Techniques: Master a range of watercolor techniques to breathe life into your dog's portrait.
Capturing the Essence: Learn to capture more than just the likeness – I'm talking about the soul of your pet in your artwork.

BONUS #1: Practice watercolor washes and basic techniques with my simple excersises.
BONUS #2: Grab my free guide on how to trace anything on watercolor paper AND how to photograph your pet, in resources section.

WHY TAKE THIS CLASS

Versatility of Skills: The techniques learned here apply to any dog, offering endless possibilities for personal projects or thoughtful gifts.
Emotional Connection: It's more than art; it's about forging an emotional and timeless bond with your pet.
Expert Guidance: With my step-by-step guidance, anyone can master the art of realistic pet portraits, regardless of your starting point.

WHO THIS CLASS IS FOR

This class is ideal for dog lovers, pet owners, and art enthusiasts of all skill levels. While no drawing experience is necessary, a basic understanding of watercolor techniques and color mixing will help you keep pace.

MATERIALS

Watercolor Paints: Professional grade recommended
Watercolor Paper: size A4, 100% cotton recommended
Watercolor Brushes: 3-4 brushes (big natural round brsuh, middle-size syntethic round brush, small pointy synthetic brush, rigger brush)
Photograph of Your Dog: I will explain how to take the best shot of your furry friend. Or use the provided image of my Shiba Inu
Additional Tools: soft pencil (any B, HB), eraser, tape, water jar, paper towels

By the end of this course, you'll paint a portrait of your beloved pet that's a spitting image of them! Plus, you'll gain skills applicable to any pet portrait.

Imagine gifting a realistic portrait of their pet to someone special – talk about a one-of-a-kind present!

Let's embark on this artistic adventure together. Follow along as I share my secret tips together with my furry helper, Kaiju. I can't wait to see the incredible portraits you'll create!

Анастасія Сафанюк

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