How to Draw Dogs - Monochrome Effect - Just 4 Pastel Pencils
Learn creating greytone pet portraits using pastel pencils with step-by-step guidance & essential materials.

What you will learn
How to use 4 pencils to create realistic pictures
The light to dark rule when layering pastel colours
How to apply the same techniques learnt to their own pictures
Easy to copy step by step videos
Why take this course?
π Course Title: How to Draw Dogs - Monochrome Effect - Just 4 Pastel Pencilπ
π Headline: Learn creating greytone pet portraits using pastel pencils with step-by-step guidance & essential materials. πΎβοΈ
Course Description:
Have you ever dreamt of mastering the art of drawing pet portraits? π Imagine being able to create stunning greytone portraits that exceed your wildest expectations. With "How to Draw Dogs" course, you'll embark on a creative journey that will transform your drawings from simple sketches to beautiful, realistic, and expressive art pieces.
ποΈ Utilising Pastel Pencils: With over 30 years of experience, I've discovered that Pastel Pencils are unequivocally the most accessible artistic medium to grasp and develop proficiency in. This course is designed to help you harness the full potential of these versatile tools, ensuring you can create stunning artwork with ease and confidence.
π¨ Essential Materials: You'll only need four pencils to achieve these mesmerizing effects. Here are the ones I recommend:
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β Faber-Castell PITT Pastel Pencils:
- β¨ White (101)
- πΎ Warm Grey IV (273)
- π₯ Dark Sepia (175)
- β«οΈ Black (199)
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π Pastel Paper: A Light Grey Pastelmat sheet approximately the size of A4 (or US Letter) is ideal. If this isn't available, consider using UART 800 Grade Paper as a viable alternative.
π Outline Drawing: I provide you with an outline drawing for each portrait, so you can focus on the details without worrying about getting the proportions right from scratch. Use a graphite transfer sheet like tracedown to easily transfer the outline onto your paper if you're using a light grey pastel paper. This ensures the lines are visible and ready for you to transform into a work of art.
π₯ Step-by-Step Guidance: Through video instruction, I will guide you meticulously through each stage of the drawing process. You'll learn the techniques behind crafting exquisite pet portraits and discover the astonishing effects achievable with just a few pencils. The course is designed to be both accessible for beginners and enriching for more experienced artists.
By the end of this course, you will have produced 2 remarkable paintings and gained skills that will enable you to craft your own captivating pet portraits. Whether as a gift, for personal enjoyment, or to showcase your talent, these skills will be invaluable.
π Key Takeaways:
- Master the art of drawing dog portraits using pastel pencils.
- Learn essential techniques for creating greytone effects.
- Gain confidence in using pastel paper and pencils.
- Receive step-by-step guidance through video tutorials.
- Complete two stunning pet portrait projects to be proud of.
Join us on this creative adventure and unlock the artist within you! πβ¨