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After the success of the last double dog portrait I did for my nephew, my sister and brother-in-law asked me to do another for their friend who has recently lost his Collie called Buddy.
Once again it is with Pastel Pencils. I have always avoided Pastels because my one brief early attempt with them was a disaster and created nothing more than a horrible, dusty mess. I decided they just weren't for me. When someone bought me a small tin of Faber-Castell Pitt Pastel Pencils I attempted to paint a tiger and was very surprised with the result. Now they are my medium-of-choice when faced with a pet portrait to paint. I remain in awe of all those who can create their art using the chalky stick variety.
Love those eyes!!! I've never really used pastels much. Like charcoal, to me they are too messy. The pastel pencils may be better. Your shading and texture with them is great!
ReplyDeleteThank you very much Joan. Yes, the pencils are a different proposition altogether.
DeleteThis is wonderful. You have a great touch with the pencils. I prefer the sticks and playing in the dust!
ReplyDeleteThank you Jo. I envy your skills with the messy sticks and wish I could do as well.
DeleteOow those asking eyes are soo well done !!
ReplyDeleteTypical Kolder bollie isn't it.
Don't know if I should make a remark but I'm just take the risk, ...
Have you ever use a white off paper as base?
I might make the drawing somewhat softer if you know what I mean.
Anyhow's well very well done !!
I haven't yet tried off-white paper but was thinking of getting a pad of mixed shades. Thank you very much for the suggestion.
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