Lots of work on tones here as we move down into the chest area - it's all about bringing parts of the horse forwards and pushing other parts back - plus the less is more concept - particularly on the hind quarters - just enough information!
2020-12-07 11:42:39 +0000 UTC View Post
Part 3 - more to come and hopefully all the videos uploaded this weekend.
2020-12-05 15:40:40 +0000 UTC View Post
Just a short video - less than 15 minutes - explaining the colours I've used for this commission piece. Mostly luminance, but some lightfast and drawings - all chosen for their soft colours and blending ability.
Golden Retrievers vary so much in colour, so this is just one idea for colour, you may need to go lighter for those more white coloured dogs, or add more orange tones for the dark...
2020-12-05 15:39:33 +0000 UTC View Post
I’m going to record part of colour layering of this gorgeous golden retriever as part of my colour recipe series. This colour, I think, is quite challenging to get - and I’m using a range of different colours.
I’ll be recording it this afternoon - just a short video, but will talk through the colour choices and why I’m using them.
2020-12-05 13:53:28 +0000 UTC View Post
Final part of this head study. I really hope you've enjoyed it. Please don't forget to credit Kathy and I when you share.
2020-12-04 19:59:22 +0000 UTC View Post
Moving onto the head and forelock and that shadow :)
2020-12-04 08:19:39 +0000 UTC View Post
The mane! This is where i use the metallics - they work really well!
2020-12-03 19:52:44 +0000 UTC View Post
Working on the ears and the start of the mane. I darkened the image half way through so that you could see a little clearer.
2020-12-03 15:04:58 +0000 UTC View Post
This is going to be a much longer session, and open to all tiers on Patreon. It will be via YouTube.
Here is the link for you to join, the ref photo is attached, and I will edit with the line drawing and pencils I'll be using plus the surface I'll be using later this week.
Outline attached - very simple one, if you prefer to do you own then please do :) And a materials list - this m...
2020-12-02 14:40:37 +0000 UTC View PostI thought it would be a nice idea as well as any questions you may have to do some live critiques during this session? Anyone interested please email me on bonny@bonnysnowdonfineart.co.uk with your ref and drawing if you want a critique and any questions you might have. Please label your email December Q&A
Topic: December Q&A
Time: Dec 19, 2020 02:30 PM...
Here is a link to your dedicated Member's Area.
You will find information around getting started, tutorial links, checklists, contact information, FAQ's, downloads - everything you need to get started basically.
This is part of my website, Patreon.com is still...
2020-12-02 13:24:49 +0000 UTC View Post
I know how frustrating Patreon can be as a platform - and I'm always looking for things to make it easier for you all.
So the amazing Lucy (with a little input from me) has created a members site especially for you all.
This is part of my website, so still separate to Patreon - Patreon is where you will view all the tutorials - but I am hopeful that this site will make things so muc...
2020-12-02 13:15:17 +0000 UTC View Post
I've read through your comments, and colour is something I really think we need to inject into things, plus step away from all things furry for January - The little bird I would like to create as a focus - some great textures in the metal work and leather - this is very kindly with permission from Katy Ferrari. The Peacock and sea turtle are from pixabay and the gorgeous pheasant is from Sue Cr...
2020-12-02 13:07:50 +0000 UTC View Post
Part 1 of the head portrait of AlakaZam.
I used a half sheet of white pastelmat board approx 14x19" and the head is around 9.5" tip of ears to bottom.
The reference photo, line art and the materials list are all attached below.
You'll also be very happy to hear that I am moving back to YouTube - I've listened to what you've said, and I am unhappy that Vimeo is not inclusive, s...
2020-12-02 07:01:00 +0000 UTC View Post
This is part 1 of the full body tutorial.
This is on 12x16" Derwent Lightfast Hot Press Paper, you can use whatever surface you want however.
The image, line art and materials guide are attached below.
IMPORTANT: PLEASE ALWAYS CREDIT KATHY RUSSELL WHEN SHARING, and a nod to me would be lovely :) You may make prints and sell the original if you wish.
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The second part - you'll find that the build up of tones happens quite slowly, and I need to go back and darken - it's all about getting context in.
2020-12-02 07:00:03 +0000 UTC View Post
My two tutorials are starting to upload as of 7am tomorrow morning.
I have made the decision to move back to YouTube, after listening to your comments and realising that Vimeo isn't inclusive to those who need captions and subtitles.
I'm making some changes on my website to include a members area where you will be able to find the tutorials as usual, but also loads of informat...
2020-12-01 20:34:28 +0000 UTC View Post
Here he is :) AlakaZam - a study of a Smokey Cream Gypsy Cob.
I'm always asked to create white or pale animals on white as they can be the hardest to draw, subtle colour, shadows etc, and this study has it all :)
You'll learn how to create a realistic mane, that beautiful blue eye, the contrasting shadows and the soft subtle contours.
This video is the first of two of Al...
2020-11-25 16:55:27 +0000 UTC View Post
I've put together some tips for those wanting to improve their freehand drawing. These tips are also great for tracing techniques too - it's all about relative sizes, shapes and angles.
I mentioned a great video from Jason Morgan - the link is there if you wish to watch it.
https://youtu.be/lV7lbMghrs0
Regardles...
2020-11-23 19:32:54 +0000 UTC View Post
The video with tips for freehanding your outlines will be uploaded later today 🥰
This isn’t just a video for those who want to freehand but all of us as even if you trace your outline, I can guarantee things won’t always go to plan .......
2020-11-23 13:45:09 +0000 UTC View Post
Playback link from yesterday's Q&A.
thank you so much Myles for another fascinating session.
2020-11-22 13:52:07 +0000 UTC View Post
I haven't been doing any live drawings on youtube recently due to the amount of work I have on, but I've been doing live draws in my weekly Art Club over on the £20 tier.
I mentioned a while ago that we'd be doing this and many of you were interested, so here's the image we'll be doing :)
In December I am inviting all my Patrons, regardless of what tier you are on to join me ...
2020-11-22 11:44:04 +0000 UTC View Post
These are the two images we are using for the December tutorials.
They are both of AlakaZam with very kind permission from Kathy Russell.
Both have different qualities I want to concentrate on for the tutorial - the full body shot, because there's not a huge amount of tiny in depth detail it's going to be all about the tonal values and getting the muscle and bone structure cor...
2020-11-21 23:55:04 +0000 UTC View Postdon't forget our Q&A today - Myles is joining us and will be sharing some fascinating facts about the papers we use.
Anyone who joined us in art club will remember what a fantastic session it was :)
Here's the link again :)
Topic: Q&A 21st November 3pm
Time: Nov 21, 2020 03:00 PM London
Join Zoom Meeting<...
2020-11-21 09:16:58 +0000 UTC View PostI know Patreon isn't easy to navigate, and I know many of you are frustrated. Patreon has a search function - and it's really good. You just need to add key words to find what you're looking for. I'm adding a link here to show you where to find the search function: http...
2020-11-17 10:22:51 +0000 UTC View Post
Our focus piece for December I want to do something a little different - I want to create a piece that you can sell on and make prints from etc so trying to come up with something that will be quite appealing and make a really lovely stand alone piece.
This is my five minute planning sketch - I'm using the fabulous Alakazam, photo from Kathy Russell, in the photo he has a head collar/halt...
2020-11-15 15:35:11 +0000 UTC View Posta live drawing session for all the tiers coming up to Christmas and the holiday season? It would be quite a longish session to try and get the drawing done and finished - via zoom unless I have too many wanting to join and then it would be via youtube but exclusively for patrons. I was thinking (and I know it's a bit cliched, and also a couple of other patrons are putting out tutorials of one, ...
2020-11-12 10:45:21 +0000 UTC View Post
This is the final video in the hare tutorial.
I love this piece - I've had a bit of a battle with it to be honest, whether I like it or whether I should have gone more into tiny details, and I've decided I really love it and want to create some more similar - probably as originals.
This is from a photo by Sue Cross, please ensure you credit her and me when you post :) 2020-11-10 11:32:18 +0000 UTC View Post
working into the head and onto the chest. Connecting the more muted colours with more vibrant ones
2020-11-09 16:50:28 +0000 UTC View Post
I've been given permission to use these lovely photos from Kathy Russell - which one would you like for December's tutorial? I was thinking maybe one of the full bodies for the full tutorial and then a focus on the head shot - looking at creating those lovely shadows and that gorgeous blue eye.
These photos are only to be used when we are creating the tutorial :)
Let me know i...
2020-11-07 13:59:31 +0000 UTC View Post