In October 2023, my dear friend Jet reached out to me with a special request. She asked me to create four coloured pencil portraits for her. Jet wanted to give one as a heartfelt gift to her friend, another to her mother, and the remaining two were of her own beloved Boxer dogs. I have known Jet for over thirty years, and throughout our friendship, I've had the joy of creating pencil portraits of her dogs on multiple occasions. This portrait captures the adorable Boxer named Watson, who belongs to Jet's friend Mark.
Jet specifically requested that the collar be removed from the drawing. This can create difficulties since it can hide important details. Only if additional photos show the details obscured by the collar can the option of removing it be considered.
To improve the accuracy and detail of the subject's physique, I utilised an alternative body from a second photograph of Watson. This allowed me to overcome the limitations of the reference photo and create a final product that was more precise and detailed.
To improve the accuracy and detail of the subject's physique, I utilised an alternative body from a second photograph of Watson. This allowed me to overcome the limitations of the reference photo and create a final product that was more precise and detailed.
Below are four time-lapse videos that demonstrate the step-by-step process of creating Watson's pencil drawing. These videos display the gradual development of the drawing, starting from its early stages and progressing towards its final form. The fifth video offers a complete view of Watson's finished portrait, which includes all three Boxer dog portraits.
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If you'd like to have a custom portrait created of your cherished Boxer dog, a beloved family member, or any other subject, you can find out more on my commissions page or send me an email at: karenmberisfordart@gmail.com to share your ideas for the portrait.
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