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Video Demos and Tutorials
How to Paint a Realistic Boston Terrier in Watercolor
Welcome! This post will take you through the step by step process in creating a detailed, realistic watercolor painting of a Boston Terrier! Thanks so much to Rachel Raynor, from the Reference Photos for Artists Facebook page for permission to use a a photo of her beloved dog, George. I created this painting in honor of my…
Creating Complex Fur Patterns in Watercolor
Here’s the entire step formula in creating complex fur patterns in watercolor, using Tyler, this Aussiedoodle as a model, specifically, the lower part of his right ear. I hope these short lessons will be useful to you in your own paintings! Items for Download: Outline Drawing Materials List Aussiedoodle Ear Reference…
Part 2: How to Create Complex Fur Patterns in Watercolor
Here’s Part 2 of the FREE lesson on “How to Create Complex Fur Patterns in Watercolor.” Part 1 contains valuable content and materials for download. See Part 1 HERE. I’m using Tyler, this Aussiedoodle as a model, specifically, the lower part of his right ear. Let me know in the comments…
How to Paint a Curly Haired Poodle in Watercolor
This study of a poodle in watercolor has just been revealed in the Online School! Creating curly hair in watercolor can be overwhelming – but it doesn’t have to be intimidating, and you can do this! This course demonstrates how to create the curly black fur of this poodle in watercolor, using a process that…
How to Paint a Black Dog in Watercolor
In this tutorial, I’ll demonstrate how to paint a realistic black dog in watercolor. This little mongrel begs to be painted, and by mixing 3 or 4 colors you can create all kinds of different browns and blacks and tans, and even whites. Use thin applications of paint, allowing time to dry completely. I’ve learned…
Watercolor Materials and Supplies
Experimenting with watercolor materials and supplies is an ongoing adventure – there are many great brushes, paper, and paints, and every artist has their favorites. I encourage you to research and experiment until you find what works best for you. Over time, I’ve discovered supplies that work best for my needs, and hope this information…
How to Paint a Dog’s Eye in Watercolor, Free Tutorial
If you aren’t sure where to start when painting animals, this lesson on how to paint a dog’s eye in watercolor may be the solution! This post contains a short video from my Youtube channel, along with photos of the process, and you can see the free step by step video tutorial at my Online…
How to Paint a Watercolor Tiger – Step by Step
The newest course has been revealed in the Online School – How to Paint a Tiger in Watercolor! Here’s a summary of the process. I invite you to visit the school to view the entire step by step video course! Step by Step Images – Tiger in Watercolor Establish the features of the eyes, nose,…
How to Paint Black Fur in Watercolor
One of the things I love about watercolors is the transparency of the paint. When painting black fur in watercolor, I like to layer thin applications of color, allowing drying time in between. This creates depth in texture and rich dark colors – especially effective for dark brown or black fur. As a beginner, I…
