Jan 20, 2024
The Art of Pet Portraits: Capturing Personality
Pet portraits require a unique approach to capture the soul behind the fur. Learn about our techniques for bringing animal companions to life on paper.
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Behind the scenes, artistic process, and thoughts on pencil portraiture.
Dec 15, 2023
Colour vs Graphite: Choosing the Right Medium
Both mediums create stunning results but serve different emotional purposes. Discover which style best captures the story you want to tell.
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Nov 05, 2023
The Grid Method: Achieving Perfect Proportions
Hyper-realism demands perfection in the foundational sketch. Here is a look at how I use the traditional grid method to map out my portraits.
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Oct 12, 2023
Understanding Graphite Grades: From 2H to 8B
Ever wonder how artists achieve such deep blacks without charcoal? The secret lies in understanding the graphite scale and knowing when to switch pencils.
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