Six classes. One workshop. The exact techniques that make animal portraits feel alive instead of copied. For the artist who loves painting animals but knows something's still missing — in the eyes, the fur, the feeling of the whole thing.

Blocking large animal forms, conveying weight, presence, and depth
Individual feathers, layering technique, and light on birds
The anchor class — full portraits from first block-in to final mark
Long feathers atmospheric color, and loose expressive rendering
Color confidence and complex pattern without getting overwhelmed
Dramatic light, short fur, and capturing personality on the page
Oil techniques on achieving long fur and soft edges
Up close and personal with a reflective wet eye
What you'll walk away with
A clear system for simplifying complex animal forms so they stop feeling overwhelming
Confidence with short fur, long fur, and feathers — each treated completely differently
An understanding of value and contrast that makes your subjects pop off the page
The ability to push through the ugly middle of a painting without giving up on it
Go-to techniques for painting eyes that actually look alive and hold the viewer
A repeatable process you can use on any animal subject from here on out
- Lisa H, New Jersey
- Carrie, OH
$85.00
One time
$20/month
If you're serious about growing as an artist — not just finishing one bundle and stopping — the membership is the move. You get this, plus everything else, plus me, live, twice a month. For less than a dinner out.