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Betty Work in Progress

Posted on by Zara Toms
I feel so lucky to be asked to capture peoples much loved pets. It's something that I feel very grateful for. When I was asked to capture Betty in her portrait I couldn't wait to start it. The designing process took more time in that I have changed the reference photo considerably. A4 (8.3" x 11.7") Pastel Portrait In the reference Betty is perched over the grooming bath. Her groomer took ...
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Suzie’s Collage :)

Posted on by Zara Toms
I have recently decided to start creating some collage type posts showing the different stages of the portrait and how they progress. These are the exact photographs I send my clients so they can see their portraits develop. I always thought that if I was commissioning an artist to paint or draw my pets I'd want to see the progression. Watching the portrait come to life.
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Freddie’s Collage :)

Posted on by Zara Toms
I have decided to start creating some collage posts like this. Showing how each portrait develops which may give more of an indication of how I work. I always tend to work from left to right. It's always been the most logical way being that I am right handed. Usually 9 out of 10 times I do the background first. I may not get the background finished but in enough that enables me to better ...
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Poppy’s video

Posted on by Zara Toms
Here is the full time lapse video of Poppy's recent portrait I shared with you :). Busy back working on something new... Something that is certainly challenging me! ... To be revealed when its safe to do so. Its a surprise gift so until its been given to the clients husband I cant show it :D https://youtu.be/P3NlGpXxYYI
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Meet Lucy

Posted on by Zara Toms
I had the pleasure of capturing Lucy in this special pastel portrait. This is a nice, large size for a single subject and I have to say all that space was great for adding all that detail. Just love working this large and its now a favourite for me! A 14" x 20" and whats great is I have a few more of this size lined up! YAY! I did many layouts for her owner and I am so pleased they picked the ...
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Meet Alfie

Posted on by Zara Toms
Alfie is a lovely Black Labrador I recently had the pleasure of drawing. In 2018 I was asked to do a colour pencil drawing of him from a different reference photograph. It was lovely to capture him again this time in pastels. We had a bit of a difficult time finding the right reference photo in terms of one that was suitable quality with the detail seen for me to use. When I was asked to draw fro...
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Framing.. WOW!

Posted on 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 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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