Moo-d in Pastels: Capturing the Subtle Colors of White Fur
Art in Action: Live Class Replay
Course Summary
Learn how to transform the “simple” white of a cow into a vibrant, layered masterpiece full of life and expression.
This pastel lesson focuses on finding the hidden colors in white, capturing fur texture, and giving your subject a sense of mood and character.
Whether you’re new to animal portraits or looking to push your pastel layering further, this lesson will show you how to balance softness with detail for a compelling result.
Course Takeaways
- Discover the surprising rainbow hidden in “white” fur.
- Learn layering techniques to create depth and realism.
- Capture the character and expression of your animal subject.
- Explore fur textures—from soft tufts to coarse detail.
- Build confidence in handling values and subtle temperature shifts.
Lessons Learned
- How to see and apply unexpected colors in a white subject.
- Using warm vs. cool tones to shape form and shadow.
- Techniques for blending and grazing pastel strokes for fur.
- Placement of highlights
- Adding personality and “moo-d” through eyes and expression.
Course Curriculum
