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Molly - Brindle Boxer dog pencil portrait

MEDIUM: Coloured Pencils
SIZE: 12" X 16"
SUPPORT: 300gsm Tan Ursus
COMPLETED: NOVEMBER 2014

THE FINAL PORTRAIT COMPLETED

CREATING THE PORTRAIT:

Having such a detailed, large format photo allowed me to zoom right in and grab every detail which meant I could create a very detailed and highly effective portrait right from the start. I always begin with the eyes to centralise the portrait allowing me to work outwards and apply multiple layers for high detail. The background was created using Derwent Coloursoft pencil range to ensure a softer application.  

WATCH THE PROGRESS VIDEO

The amount of layers that goes in to each and every one of my portraits has been documented here in this You Tube video.  It is a slideshow of progress images designed to give the viewer an up close look at the detail that is difficult to capture through a camera. The actual portrait has far more definition and effect than can be seen here but hopefully gives you an idea of how I create every portrait I undertake. 

COMPLETED PORTRAIT:

Here is a photograph of Molly all framed up in a natural frame which I think compliments such a detailed portrait. With Thanks to her Dad for sending me this photograph and allowing me to use it here.

FINAL PORTRAIT IN MOCK FRAME

Here is a photograph of Molly that I put into a spare frame I had in the studio to give you an idea of the final size. A Black frame looks nice with many portraits but in this instance I think the natural finish works far better allowing the details in the portrait to really stand out.

TESTIMONIAL FROM THE CUSTOMER:

Fantastic. My wife loves the portrait and it is sitting pride of place on our living room wall. 
I would like more but we are edging towards crazy boxer dog owners with photos everywhere!!
Thanks again Karen, they truly are great pieces that will be treasured"

A second Order:

Here is the second portrait that I was asked to produce for the owner, also as a Christmas gift this time for his Father. This was also completed in Coloured pencils.

Please click on the image if you wish to see the progress of this portrait.