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New video – Alfie’s 2nd layer :D

Posted on April 27, 2020 by Zara Toms

I have just uploaded the second part of this three part series focusing on Alfie's 10" x 12" acrylic painting. As with the first video I mention the brushes I am using, the process and tips. I am new to making videos of this content so if there are specific areas you wish for me to cover, or improvements I could make please let me know. Click the thumbnail below to watch the full video :)
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Alfie work in progress..

Posted on April 23, 2020 by Zara Toms

I have been working on a sweet Westie called Alfie. I have the pleasure of capturing him twice! Once for this A4 graphite drawing and then a 10" x 12" acrylic on canvas. I like to keep my clients up to date with regular photo updates. If it was me I would love to see it come together. In some cases they prefer for it to be left as a surprise but majority of the time photo updates are appreci...
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Ivy update :)

Posted on April 18, 2020April 17, 2020 by Zara Toms

I really am enjoying capturing her sweet expression <3. I LOVE drawing curls in graphite. It's probably one of my favourite subjects to draw in graphite. It is such a versatile medium and it suits Ivy perfectly. This is an A4 (8.3" x 11.7") size which is a nice size for a single subject. The larger the size the more detail you can capture due to having that increased working space but ...
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Ivy on the easel <3

Posted on April 16, 2020 by Zara Toms

I have been looking forward to starting this portrait for months. I had the pleasure of meeting her to take the photographs needed for this portrait. I hope I am capturing her sweet expression in the drawing. Its only because I have met her that I really know just how adorable she is. All she wanted to do was be cuddled and be with you. And she has such soft fur <3. I love working w...
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Backgrounds in pastels..

Posted on April 14, 2020 by Zara Toms

I am still new to pastels. This was the first scenic type background I have attempted with pastels. The reference which I posted here in a blog post a few days ago shows that the background was more out of focus but still had enough detail in the sea and rocks which I really enjoyed capturing. I wanted to make a blog post covering a few points for approaching something like this for the artists t...
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Maisey update :D

Posted on April 7, 2020 by Zara Toms

I am putting together the first section of this painting in a time lapse video. It's such a large piece that I decided it may be best to share videos in sections. That video will go live on my YouTube channel tonight and I'll pop it across here on a blog post as well in the next couple of days :). 29" x 21" Acrylic on canvas This is where I got to yesterday. I have had terrible back and ne...
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New video!

Posted on March 31, 2020 by Zara Toms

I am taking this time (was meant to be on holiday all of this week) to focus on a painting of my own. This will be of my red Staffie and my Sprocker. I took the photo during a holiday to Scotland and the lighting is beautiful. Strong warm lighting from behind them both which has over exposed parts but that is what I like. Normally that isnt ideal for using as a reference for a pet portrait but in...
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Gunner WIP

Posted on March 30, 2020 by Zara Toms

I have been asked to draw this absolutely gorgeous horse, Gunner. His colour and markings are just beautiful. I can't wait to share the finished the piece with you. He is just stunning!
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New Orangutan – Work in progress

Posted on March 21, 2020 by Zara Toms

I have been working on my Orangutan painting the last 2 days. I am hoping to her them finished Monday 🤞. There is so much texture and detail to capture in this acrylic painting so its important no stages are rushed. I have a beautiful reference photo to work from which really does make all the difference. This original acrylic painting will be up for grabs when finished. Feel free to e...
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Gesso and go!

Posted on March 18, 2020 by Zara Toms

Well... I had a productive day yesterday! Which is always a good feeling. I got my framer to make me another 29" x 21" canvas which is the same size as you have seen me working on with the 6 dogs. This new canvas is going to have 2 of my dogs on! A favourite photo I took of my Maisey and Lexie when we went to Scotland. Cannot wait to start that. I then picked up from my framers a few canvas bo...
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