Cats are an interesting addition to any studio, and not, I must admit, for the faint hearted. They have a knack of wanting to sit just where you are, or on the computer keyboard or, wait for it, ON YOUR ARTWORK. This is a common occurrance for my students too, as many of them finish off their Zoom class by sending a photo of the cat either drinking their water colour water, or sitting directly on top of their painting!
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| 'What's the story?' |
I'd just blocked in the line drawing for this commission when the cat decided it was enough already. No harm was done, thankfully...
Usually, I like to start at the eyes and work outwards from there. This was a graphite commission, so only one layer needed.
Gently gently down the cheek - the best work to have in mind is 'SOFT' - no hard transitions or edges!
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| 'I give up' |
Above, the finished artwork.
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| Finally, dear little Lulu, who was fond of lifting the pencil and 'helping'. Fondly missed. |
For info on portraits, or drawing and painting workshops please email julie@juliedouglas.co.uk
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