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Framing.. WOW!

Posted on July 24, 2020July 23, 2020 by Zara Toms

Professional framing is obviously more expensive that shop bought frames. However, look at the difference. Custom coloured mounts and bespoke framing means you can really have the perfect frame that compliments the artwork perfectly. A client in the USA commissioned 5 colour pencil portraits of her beautiful Spaniels. She also purchased the Amur Leopard which I shared the framed photo of rece...
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Meet Poppy :)

Posted on July 23, 2020 by Zara Toms

Poppy is finished and she was sent along with Louis. Their owner was thrilled with the portraits and it was lovely to hear how much they meant. Sadly, Poppy recently passed away and her family miss her so much. The portrait I hope will bring some comfort and something they can cherish forever. 8" x 10" Pastel Portrait In the reference photograph in the bottom right corner there was lots of ...
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New wildlife piece… YAY!

Posted on July 22, 2020 by Zara Toms

A little while ago I set up a poll on my Facebook group asking what African animal you'd like to see me paint or draw. The Giraffe got the most votes so I set to work creating a layout. I had something in mind pretty much immediately and this meant trying a new technique I haven't used before. New art materials... always exciting!On my last art stock order I purchased a new surface to try. Us...
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Louis Video :)

Posted on July 21, 2020 by Zara Toms

https://youtu.be/XZC05GdUr5c Music by bensound
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Louis is finished

Posted on July 20, 2020July 17, 2020 by Zara Toms

💕🐾 Louis 🐾💕That face 😍. Louis is a special boy who was born blind. Our pets are so resilient and really are remarkable. They teach us so much and give us even more in return. I had the pleasure of not only drawing this little guy but also another of the family pets, Poppy. A4 (8.3" x 11.7") Pastel Portrait
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Wildlife SALE!

Posted on July 17, 2020 by Zara Toms

🐾🐰 SALE - £250 BARGAIN PRICE & PROFESSIONALLY FRAMED! 🐰🐾 'Hare Today, Gone Tomorrow' Original acrylic painting on canvas, beautifully framed and ready to hang straight on the wall. Comes with a signed certificate of authenticity. I have more wildlife pieces planned so need to make space for upcoming work :D 8″ x 10″ acrylic painting on canvas, with airb...
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Starting on Louis

Posted on July 16, 2020 by Zara Toms

Louis is the second portrait that is along with yesterdays post of Poppy. This pair of pastel portraits are surprise gifts but they have now been given to their owners so I have the go ahead to share :). Louis has soooo many curls and you all know how much I love that!
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Work in progress

Posted on July 15, 2020 by Zara Toms

This portrait of Poppy has now been given to her owner as a surprise gift. Sadly, Poppy crossed over rainbow bridge and the portrait was commissioned as a way for them to remember her by. Something special to keep forever. I thought I would share the work in progress first before revealing the finished piece :). 8" x 10" pastel drawing
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Meet Steven & Denver :)

Posted on July 13, 2020 by Zara Toms

I have been desperate to share this portrait with you for weeks :). I had the honour of capturing the bond that they both share and it's a portrait I will remember for a very long time. Now in the home in the USA and taking pride of place in Stevens home. This was a custom size portrait. It was more of a square photo but so not to crop off the top of Stevens head like how it was in the refere...
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Harvest Mouse SOLD

Posted on July 10, 2020 by Zara Toms

Last night this little guy sold and on Monday will be off to his new home :). This will be one of a series as previously mentioned so I can't wait to start another :). Busy planning some larger acrylics on canvas to!!! 5" x 7" mounted to 8" x 10"Ref photo Paul Fine The mouse itself was all done using colour pencils and then I added some pastels to create that very subtle glow behind him to...
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