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Finished Portraits

Teddy

Posted on March 29, 2021 by Zara Toms

I always love working against a black background. Teddy was my first pet portrait of this kind with pastels. I love the richness of colour pastels can create and against the contrast of the black he stands out so well. It can create a really nice effect. A4 (8.3" x 11.7") Pastel Portrait
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Meet Tequilas – Largest pet portrait to date!

Posted on March 17, 2021 by Zara Toms

I can now share with you this portrait I had the absolute pleasure of drawing which I finished a couple of weeks ago. This is the largest portrait I have done to date. A single subject on an A2 size really did mean I had heaps of room to add all that amazing detail - even the person stood in the reflection of the eye This portrait will soon be professionally framed and I can't wait to se...
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Meet Inca

Posted on March 12, 2021 by Zara Toms

Another new portrait to share with you :). Inca is a Malinois and was a real pleasure to draw. A special dog and was a real honour to be asked to capture. I really enjoyed working on her expression. Huge smile and her pose was perfect for a portrait. A4 (8.3" x 11.7") Pastel Portrait
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Meet Henry

Posted on March 11, 2021 by Zara Toms

Capturing the colouring of this handsome Red Setter was a real pleasure. So many lovely rich tones and all those waves and curls in the fur. The ruffled chest fur was especially nice to work on. I have been super busy working on so many beautiful breeds which I cannot wait to share with you. A4 (8.3" x 11.7") Pastel Portrait
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Tigers are finished

Posted on March 1, 2021 by Zara Toms

I realised over the weekend that I never photographed my Tiger drawing so before it got to bright this morning that was my objective first thing :). Now ready to be mounted before looking for its new home. 10" x 18" Pastel Portrait Photos from Emmanuel Keller and Natasha Jefferies and @ Wildlife Reference Photos Original for sale This drawing was one I created from multiple references....
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Staffie Collage

Posted on February 25, 2021 by Zara Toms

I was looking through the portraits I have recently completed and there are a few breeds that appear on my easel a little more that others. Staffies being one of them which as a Staffie owner myself love to capture this amazing breed. Huge smiles from ear to ear and their lovely, kind temperament <3. What I also like about painting or drawing this wonderful breed is they can come in a variety ...
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Ollie’s close up

Posted on February 24, 2021 by Zara Toms

I loved working on this painting. All those curls were so much fun to create. I'm looking forward to my next acrylic on canvas. I am busy working on pastel portraits for the next few weeks. I have also been really busy planning layouts for upcoming pet portraits and alongside that creating tutorials for my Patreon. Busy times! 10" x 12" acrylic on canvas
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New monochrome piece planned!

Posted on February 18, 2021 by Zara Toms

I love working with a limited colour range. For this just two colours. Black and white and that's it. I have designed the next portraits in this style - Just waiting for some new art supplies to arrive to try out ;). 8" x 10" Acrylic on canvasReference photo: Jan Willemsen @ Wildlife Reference PhotosOriginal sold
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Meet Ollie

Posted on February 17, 2021 by Zara Toms

Ollie is Archie's brother which I shared here a few days ago. Both adorable with all those curls. My favourite part about Ollie's painting was the fur on the top of his head and those long fine hairs around his nose/muzzle area. 10" x 12" Acrylic on Canvas
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Archie is finished :)

Posted on February 15, 2021 by Zara Toms

I recently shared a work in progress update of Archie's painting. I always love working in acrylics and this was no exception. All those curls, using my liner brushes and capturing those lovely tonal differences. I also got to paint his brother Ollie which I will share tomorrow :). If you would like to see a video reel of this painting head over to my Facebook page :) ACRYLIC TIER ON PATRE...
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