Category Archives: petportraits

German Shepherd Dog Finish

Here’s the finished dog. I was very pleased with this. I added more darks and a background also. I felt that some of the  white areas were too bright so I darkened them after I finished the other dog.

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Shepherds-Stage 3

I have started to add some color to the painting. I think you have to remember to add the colors underneath that will show thru in the finished painting. For me I have to always remember to go dark enough … Continue reading

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Shepherds-Stage 2

After the drawing is done , it is time to add a little more depth. I begin to emphasize the black and white drawing, deepening the black pastel and also adding white highlights. I am working on the dog located … Continue reading

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German Shepherds_Stage 1

I also paint other animals besides wolves and thought you might enjoy seeing how one of those paintings comes together. I have selected a favorite of mine of 2 German shepherd dogs. They were wonderful subjects and I hope you … Continue reading

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