Channel Title: Zara's Pet Portraits & Wildlife Art Channel Description: My name is Zara Toms, based in Hampshire in the UK. I specialise in detailed pet portraits and wildlife art in pastels and acrylics. My YouTube channel is packed full of painting & drawing tips and techniques. If you're beginning your art journey, a hobbyist or an advanced artist I'm always happy to answer any art related questions. If you'd like to grow and develop your art further I offer in depth, considerably slower, often real time tutorial in pastels and acrylics on my Patreon. My Patreon has a large range of domestic pets for members who are looking to expand into pet portraits themselves. With a range of breeds demonstrating the tips and techniques I use to transfer into their own portraits. There is also a wide range of wildlife subjects so there is something for everyone :). I upload videos to YouTube every Tuesday & Saturday. <video> How to draw a sheep in graphite | Tips for drawing sheep wool Description: In this tutorial, I'll show how to draw a sheep and wool in graphite. Drawing realistic wool can be quite overwhelming given it's complex texture but if the layering process is broken up correctly, it becomes much easier to tackle. As always, the contrast and how the layers are built up makes a huge difference and in this video I'll show my preferred way of building depth and realism. One of the key stages for me, is how the wool looks at the base layer as I find this to be a key stage of any graphite drawing. - - - - Pastel, Acrylic, Graphite & Tutorials: Patreon: www.patreon.com/zaratomsart Would you like to see what tutorials I have on Patreon? If so, the link to the library is below :) https://petportraitsandwildlifeart.co.uk/?page_id=3404 - - - - Links: Tips for drawing fur in graphite: https://youtu.be/T4IhWb0XR6A - - - - Social media: Facebook page: www.facebook.com/Zara.Toms.Artist Instagram: zaratomsart Website & blog: www.petportraitsandwildlifeart.co.uk - - - - Materials used: 10" x 12" Strathmore paper Derwent graphic pencils Reference photo my own </video> <video> How to draw Golden Eagle in pastels | Canson Mi-Teintes Velvet black paper Description: In this tutorial, I'll show how to draw a Golden Eagle in pastels on the new Canson Mi-Teintes Velvet black paper. When drawing on black paper with pastel pencils, there are a few factors to consider. This is the first time I have used this Canson Velvet black paper so I'll share my thoughts on how I felt this worked with pastels =). - - - - Pastel, Acrylic, Graphite & Tutorials: Patreon: www.patreon.com/zaratomsart Would you like to see what tutorials I have on Patreon? If so, the link to the library is below :) https://petportraitsandwildlifeart.co.uk/?page_id=3404 - - - - Links: Canson Mi-Teintes Velvet vs Pastelmat paper Panda review: https://youtu.be/880OBBwrI80 Top tips for drawing fur in pastels: https://youtu.be/qai9NcPOOLo - - - - Social media: Facebook page: www.facebook.com/Zara.Toms.Artist Instagram: zaratomsart Website & blog: www.petportraitsandwildlifeart.co.uk - - - - Materials used: 6" x 8" Canson Mi-Teintes Velvet black paper A mixture of Carbothello, Pitt, Derwent & Caran d'ache pastel pencils Reference photo: Jevgeni Fil from Pixabay </video> <video> How to draw a baby Penguin in graphite | Tips for drawing photo realism on a smaller scale Description: In this tutorial, I'll show how to draw a baby Penguin in graphite. I have included lots of tips into this video which focus on how to draw photo realism when working on a smaller size. The key to this is how we use the pencils, how the layers are built up and getting the balance right of how much detail to include. Drawing on smaller scales like this can really encourage more of a controlled pencil technique which can be transferred over to larger projects. - - - - Pastel, Acrylic, Graphite & Tutorials: Patreon: www.patreon.com/zaratomsart Would you like to see what tutorials I have on Patreon? If so, the link to the library is below :) https://petportraitsandwildlifeart.co.uk/?page_id=3404 - - - - Links: Tips for drawing fur in graphite: https://youtu.be/T4IhWb0XR6A - - - - Social media: Facebook page: www.facebook.com/Zara.Toms.Artist Instagram: zaratomsart Website & blog: www.petportraitsandwildlifeart.co.uk - - - - Materials used: 4" x 6" Strathmore paper Derwent Graphic pencils Reference photo: Siggy Nowak from Pixabay </video> <video> How to paint a cat in acrylics | Painting realistic fur in acrylics Description: In this tutorial I'll show how to paint a grey cat in acrylics. When painting realistic fur, there are a few different techniques that are likely to be required. For this cat painting, I had to use blending and finer brush techniques to create the range of in focus and out of focus fur. Blending acrylics can be tricky but I share a top tip in this video which can help make the process easier and far less stressful. - - - - Pastel, Acrylic, Graphite & Tutorials: Patreon: www.patreon.com/zaratomsart Would you like to see what tutorials I have on Patreon? If so, the link to the library is below :) https://petportraitsandwildlifeart.co.uk/?page_id=3404 - - - - Links: Tips for painting fur in acrylics: https://youtu.be/7jTCFX8tem0 How to glaze with acrylics: https://youtu.be/gArTCMSkZv8 - - - - Social media: Facebook page: www.facebook.com/Zara.Toms.Artist Instagram: zaratomsart Website & blog: www.petportraitsandwildlifeart.co.uk - - - - Materials used: 8" x 10" canvas board Liquitex basics paint Reference photo: JackieLou DL from Pixabay </video> <video> How to create a bokeh background with an airbrush Description: In this tutorial I'll show how to create a bokeh background with an airbrush. The airbrush can make painting blurry background in acrylics much easier and significantly faster. It's also very forgiving in that layers can be adjusted within seconds if required. A bokeh background can add so much depth to a painting and there are a few tips when building the layers and using the airbrush that I've included in this video which really help to simplify the process. - - - - Pastel, Acrylic, Graphite & Tutorials: Patreon: www.patreon.com/zaratomsart Would you like to see what tutorials I have on Patreon? If so, the link to the library is below :) https://petportraitsandwildlifeart.co.uk/?page_id=3404 - - - - Links: 5 top tips for airbrushing: https://youtu.be/5smOGPuiGf8 Airbrush background tips: https://youtu.be/_yxM9wYrcDc Tips for painting fur in acrylics: https://youtu.be/7jTCFX8tem0 How to glaze with acrylics: https://youtu.be/gArTCMSkZv8 - - - - Social media: Facebook page: www.facebook.com/Zara.Toms.Artist Instagram: zaratomsart Website & blog: www.petportraitsandwildlifeart.co.uk - - - - Materials used: 10" x 12" Canvas board Liquitex basics paint Reference photo: JackieLou DL from Pixabay </video> <video> How to draw a realistic dog mouth - teeth, tongue & gums in graphite Description: In this tutorial, I'll show how to draw a realistic dog's mouth - teeth, tongue and gums in graphite. I like to approach this complex part of the dog drawing in a specific way to ensure it doesn't become overwhelming. This can make a big difference to how realistic the finished portrait looks. From people portraits to animal drawings, the tips I share in this video can be applied to any other mouth drawing. - - - - Pastel, Acrylic, Graphite & Tutorials: Patreon: www.patreon.com/zaratomsart Would you like to see what tutorials I have on Patreon? If so, the link to the library is below :) https://petportraitsandwildlifeart.co.uk/?page_id=3404 - - - - Links: Tips for drawing fur in graphite: https://youtu.be/T4IhWb0XR6A How to draw a Collie in graphite: https://youtu.be/HpusQjxhDVc - - - - Social media: Facebook page: www.facebook.com/Zara.Toms.Artist Instagram: zaratomsart Website & blog: www.petportraitsandwildlifeart.co.uk - - - - Materials used: 8" x 10" Strathmore paper & Derwent graphic pencils Reference photo: Pixabay </video> <video> How to draw a Fox in graphite Description: In this tutorial, I'll show how to achieve a high level of realism when working on smaller drawings. These tips can be applied when working in any medium. When drawing this Fox, being that it was approximately 4" x 4", it was really important to ensure as much depth was captured without drawing hundreds of individual details. To do this, contrast, the layering process & pencil technique are vital. - - - - Pastel, Acrylic, Graphite & Tutorials: Patreon: www.patreon.com/zaratomsart Would you like to see what tutorials I have on Patreon? If so, the link to the library is below :) https://petportraitsandwildlifeart.co.uk/?page_id=3404 - - - - Links: Tips for drawing fur in graphite: https://youtu.be/T4IhWb0XR6A - - - - Social media: Facebook page: www.facebook.com/Zara.Toms.Artist Instagram: zaratomsart Website & blog: www.petportraitsandwildlifeart.co.uk - - - - Materials used: 6" x 8" paper size: (Fox size is approximately 4" x 4") Strathmore paper Derwent graphic pencils Reference photo: Pixabay </video> <video> How to paint a Pug in acrylics | Painting a realistic dog on a small canvas Description: In this tutorial, I'll show how to paint a Pug in acrylics. Painting a dog and achieving a high level of realism when working on a smaller size can be achieved if the right techniques are used. Painting fur relies on the right layering process and for me, that starts at the base layer stage. I feel this makes such a big difference to how the fur details look. - - - - Pastel, Acrylic, Graphite & Tutorials: Patreon: www.patreon.com/zaratomsart Would you like to see what tutorials I have on Patreon? If so, the link to the library is below :) https://petportraitsandwildlifeart.co.uk/?page_id=3404 - - - - Links: Tips for painting fur in acrylics: https://youtu.be/7jTCFX8tem0 How to glaze with acrylics: https://youtu.be/gArTCMSkZv8 - - - - Social media: Facebook page: www.facebook.com/Zara.Toms.Artist Instagram: zaratomsart Website & blog: www.petportraitsandwildlifeart.co.uk - - - - Materials used: 5" x 7" Canvas board Liquitex Basics paint Reference photo: charlesdeluvio on Unsplash </video> <video> How to draw overlapping, wavy fur in graphite | Tips for drawing Spaniel type ears Description: In this tutorial I'll show how to draw fur textures similar to Spaniel ears. The tips and techniques I share can be applied when drawing any longer, overlapping fur in graphite. The layering process and how each step is broken down is so important with fur types like this. If the wavy top sections of fur are added to soon then the depth will be significantly lacking so this is a key focus throughout this tutorial. - - - - Pastel, Acrylic, Graphite & Tutorials: Patreon: www.patreon.com/zaratomsart Would you like to see what tutorials I have on Patreon? If so, the link to the library is below :) https://petportraitsandwildlifeart.co.uk/?page_id=3404 - - - - Links: Tips for drawing fur in graphite: https://youtu.be/T4IhWb0XR6A How to draw a Red Setter in graphite: https://youtu.be/B_Q-Sv0QyBQ - - - - Social media: Facebook page: www.facebook.com/Zara.Toms.Artist Instagram: zaratomsart Website & blog: www.petportraitsandwildlifeart.co.uk - - - - Materials used: 8" x 8" Strrathmore paper Derwent Graphic pencils Reference photo: Dann Aragrim from Pixabay </video> <video> Drawing a Polar Bear & cub in pastels | Tips for drawing photo realism on a smaller scale Description: In this tutorial, I'll show how to draw a Polar Bear & cub in pastels. I have included lots of tips into this video which focus on how to draw photo realism when working on a smaller size. The key to this is how we use the pencils, how the layers are built up and getting the balance right of how much detail to include. Drawing on smaller scales like this can really encourage more of a controlled pencil technique which can be transferred over to larger projects. - - - - Pastel, Acrylic, Graphite & Tutorials: Patreon: www.patreon.com/zaratomsart Would you like to see what tutorials I have on Patreon? If so, the link to the library is below :) https://petportraitsandwildlifeart.co.uk/?page_id=3404 - - - - Links: Top tips for drawing fur in pastels: https://youtu.be/qai9NcPOOLo - - - - Social media: Facebook page: www.facebook.com/Zara.Toms.Artist Instagram: zaratomsart Website & blog: www.petportraitsandwildlifeart.co.uk - - - - Materials used: 6" x 8" pastel drawing Pastelmat paper A mixture of Carbothello, Pitt, Derwent & Caran d'ache pastel pencils Polar Bear reference photo: Hans-Jurgen Mager on Unsplash & background I changed for my drawing </video> <video> How to paint a Cardinal in acrylics | Photo realism on small paintings Description: In this tutorial I'll show how to paint a Cardinal in acrylics. This video focuses on how to paint photo realism on a smaller scale. Small paintings and achieving a high level of realism relies on a few factors which I speak about in this tutorial =). - - - - Pastel, Acrylic, Graphite & Tutorials: Patreon: www.patreon.com/zaratomsart Would you like to see what tutorials I have on Patreon? If so, the link to the library is below :) https://petportraitsandwildlifeart.co.uk/?page_id=3404 - - - - Links: Tips for painting fur in acrylics: https://youtu.be/7jTCFX8tem0 How to glaze with acrylics: https://youtu.be/gArTCMSkZv8 - - - - Social media: Facebook page: www.facebook.com/Zara.Toms.Artist Instagram: zaratomsart Website & blog: www.petportraitsandwildlifeart.co.uk - - - - Materials used: 5" x 7" canvas board Liquitex Basics paint Reference photo: Chris Chow on Unsplash </video> <video> How to paint a Ladybird in acrylics | Painting tips Description: In this tutorial I'll show how to paint a Ladybird. This painting really focuses on how to blend and glazes with acrylics. Painting the reflection and shine on the Ladybird relies on good contrast whilst blending the edges of each layer captures the softness of this effect. This add so much more depth to the painting. - - - - Pastel, Acrylic, Graphite & Tutorials: Patreon: www.patreon.com/zaratomsart Would you like to see what tutorials I have on Patreon? If so, the link to the library is below :) https://petportraitsandwildlifeart.co.uk/?page_id=3404 - - - - Links: How to glaze with acrylics: https://youtu.be/gArTCMSkZv8 How to paint a Red Eyed Tree Frog in acrylics: https://youtu.be/q9MQhXxGD7c - - - - Social media: Facebook page: www.facebook.com/Zara.Toms.Artist Instagram: zaratomsart Website & blog: www.petportraitsandwildlifeart.co.uk - - - - Materials used: 5" x 7" canvas board Liquitex Basics paint Reference photo: Pixabay </video> <video> How to draw a sunset silhouette horse in pastels Description: In this tutorial I'll show how to draw a sunset and horse silhouette in pastels. Using the right materials make this kind of drawing much easier. The vibrant colours and really dark silhouette could potentially mix together if the wrong process was used so I'll show my preferred approach in this video. When drawing any sunset or sunrise with bright colours like this, the colour saturation needs to be as striking as the contrast so getting the balance right is key. - - - - Pastel, Acrylic, Graphite & Tutorials: Patreon: www.patreon.com/zaratomsart Would you like to see what tutorials I have on Patreon? If so, the link to the library is below :) https://petportraitsandwildlifeart.co.uk/?page_id=3404 - - - - Links: Top tips for drawing fur in pastels: https://youtu.be/qai9NcPOOLo How to draw a horse in pastels: https://youtu.be/mxonmIV7JMI - - - - Social media: Facebook page: www.facebook.com/Zara.Toms.Artist Instagram: zaratomsart Website & blog: www.petportraitsandwildlifeart.co.uk - - - - Materials used: 8" x 12" Light grey Pastelmat paper A mixture of Carbothello, Pitt, Derwent & Caran d'ache pastel pencils Rembrandt soft pastel sticks Reference photo: Jean-pierre duretz from Pixabay </video> <video> Drawing a black & white cat in pastels | Tips for drawing fur Description: In this tutorial, I'll show how to draw a black & white fur for this realistic cat drawing in pastels. When drawing fur like this, the layering process is so important and there is no set rule. I vary the layering techniques for these fur colours depending on the reference photo. Making sure the fur has a range of values and good contrast is crucial when aiming for a high level of realism. - - - - Pastel, Acrylic, Graphite & Tutorials: Patreon: www.patreon.com/zaratomsart Would you like to see what tutorials I have on Patreon? If so, the link to the library is below :) https://petportraitsandwildlifeart.co.uk/?page_id=3404 - - - - Links: Top tips for drawing fur in pastels: https://youtu.be/qai9NcPOOLo - - - - Social media: Facebook page: www.facebook.com/Zara.Toms.Artist Instagram: zaratomsart Website & blog: www.petportraitsandwildlifeart.co.uk - - - - Materials used: 8" x 12" Dark grey Pastelmat paper A mixture of Carbothello, Pitt, Derwent & Caran d'ache pastel pencils Reference photo provided by owner </video> <video> How to draw a Pug in pastels | Photo realistic drawing Description: In this tutorial I'll show how to draw a Pug in pastels. The tips and techniques regarding how to draw fur can be applied to any other animal but when drawing wrinkles and creases on breeds such as Pugs or Bulldogs, there are a few more things to consider to replicate the right texture. - - - - Pastel, Acrylic, Graphite & Tutorials: Patreon: www.patreon.com/zaratomsart Would you like to see what tutorials I have on Patreon? If so, the link to the library is below :) https://petportraitsandwildlifeart.co.uk/?page_id=3404 - - - - Links: Top tips for drawing fur in pastels: https://youtu.be/qai9NcPOOLo - - - - Social media: Facebook page: www.facebook.com/Zara.Toms.Artist Instagram: zaratomsart Website & blog: www.petportraitsandwildlifeart.co.uk - - - - Materials used: 8" x 12" Sand Pastelmat paper A mixture of Carbothello, Pitt, Derwent & Caran d'ache pastel pencils Reference photo provided by owner </video>

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My name is Zara Toms, based in Hampshire in the UK. I specialise in detailed pet portraits and wildlife art in pastels and acrylics. My YouTube channel is packed full of painting & drawing tips and techniques. If you're beginning your art journey, a hobbyist or an advanced artist I'm always happy to answer any art related questions. If you'd like to grow and develop your art further I offer in depth, considerably slower, often real time tutorial in pastels and acrylics on my Patreon. My Patreon has a large range of domestic pets for members who are looking to expand into pet portraits themselves. With a range of breeds demonstrating the tips and techniques I use to transfer into their own portraits. There is also a wide range of wildlife subjects so there is something for everyone :).

I upload videos to YouTube every Tuesday & Saturday.

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