Giraffe Portrait
- Only available with a membership
- Evoke the feeling of sunlight on your subject
- How to tackle tricky patterns
Level: Intermediate
One of the more challenging intermediate projects but a great one to try.
Pattern Work
Patterns are often responsible for flat looking subjects, see how to avoid this.
Videos and Downloads
Gain access to 9 video lessons and a downloadable PDF guide with reference images, too.
Planning and Prep
Approaching a confusing pattern can be off-putting, so follow me as I break it down into steps. Begin with the simplest versions of your reference photo and gently build up layers of light, colour and detail.
Subtle Tonal Shifts
This class is full of subtle shifts in tone and colour that come together to create an elegant and realistic portrait. Begin to better understand your pencils and how they can be partnered up to create the right effect.
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Prevent Overwhelm
I often see people making too much of details and final touches. In this drawing, many of the fine hairs are in shadow and need to be kept subtle. Learn how to balance your work and use these ideas in your future drawings.
3D Forms with Pattern
Patterns can often appear to flatten a subject, but with a careful approach, they can be an incredible enhancer to the 3D illusion. We will work with colour temperatures to help create this effect.
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An art membership gives you access to all of my pastel pencil online courses. That's well over 65 hours of content!
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