How To Draw Dogs Vol 1 - Pug, Collie, Labrador & Terrier from Udemy

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Introduction

Please see the Article for the introduction to the pencils and materials recommended for this course.

In this general introduction video I talk about the basic materials - the Faber-Castell Pitt Pastel Pencils, colour shaper, double ended eraser and sharpening your pencils.

I show the Fabriano Ingres Paper that is used for the courses.

I also show how to transfer our line drawing onto your pastel paper using a Tracedown Carbon.

In this video I show you the brands of pencils and paper that I work with. In this course we only use the Ingres and the Faber-Castell Pitt Pastel Pencils.

We are not allowed to provide direct links to purchase the materials however you can find the materials on either our store ("Colin Bradley Art Store") or Amazon.

Pug

This is Part 4 of the course. If you have any questions please let us know.

This is Part 5 of the course. If you have any questions please let us know.

This is Part 6 of the course. If you have any questions please let us know.

This is Part 7 of the course. If you have any questions please let us know.

This is Part 8 of the course. If you have any questions please let us know.

This is Part 9 of the course. If you have any questions please let us know.

This is Part 11 and the final part of the course. If you have any questions please let us know.

Rough Collie

This is Part 10 of the course. If you have any questions please let us know.

This is Part 11 of the course. If you have any questions please let us know.

This is Part 12 of the course. If you have any questions please let us know.

This is Part 13 of the course. If you have any questions please let us know.

This is Part 14 and the final part of the course. If you have any questions please let us know.

Black Labrador

This is Part 1 of the course. I have included the outline drawing and my finished picture in the resources section (indicated by the folder icon if viewing on a computer). There is a PDF and JPG version of the outline drawing.

This is Part 2 of the course. If you have any questions please let us know.

This is Part 3 of the course. If you have any questions please let us know.

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Part 7

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Part 9

Part 10

Part 11

Part 12

Part 13

Part 14

Part 15

Part 16

Part 17

Part 18

Part 19

Part 20

Yorkshire Terrier

This is Part 10 and the final part of the course. If you have any questions please let us know.

Share your work

We hope that you have enjoyed this course and have learnt pastel pencil techniques that you can translate to your own pictures and artwork.

If you would like to share your artwork with us or get in touch please drop us a message in the Q & A section or via the Udemy messaging tools. We would love to hear from you.

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in How To Draw Dogs Vol 1 - Pug, Collie, Labrador & Terrier with these activities:

Practice Basic Drawing Techniques

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Reviewing fundamental drawing skills will help you better understand the techniques used in pastel pencil drawing.

Browse courses on Line Drawing

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Practice basic shapes and forms.
Experiment with different shading techniques.
Practice drawing from observation.

Read 'Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain'

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Reading this book will improve your observational skills and help you translate what you see onto paper more accurately.

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Read the book and complete the exercises.
Apply the techniques to your pastel pencil drawings.

Practice Pastel Pencil Color Mixing

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Practicing color mixing with pastel pencils will improve your ability to create realistic colors and tones in your dog portraits.

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Create a color chart with different pastel pencil combinations.
Experiment with layering different colors to achieve desired effects.

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Create a Pastel Pencil Color Palette Reference

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Creating a color palette reference will help you keep track of your pastel pencil colors and their corresponding values.

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Swatch out all of your pastel pencil colors on a piece of paper.
Label each swatch with the color name and number.
Organize the swatches by color family.

Explore 'The Art of Animal Drawing'

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Studying animal anatomy will help you create more realistic and dynamic dog drawings.

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Study the anatomy of dogs in the book.
Apply the anatomical knowledge to your dog drawings.

Draw a Dog Portrait from a Reference Photo

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Working on a personal project will allow you to apply the techniques learned in the course and develop your own artistic style.

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Choose a reference photo of a dog.
Create a sketch of the dog's features.
Apply pastel pencils to create the portrait.

Share Your Dog Drawings Online

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Sharing your work online will allow you to receive feedback from other artists and build a community.

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Take a photo of your dog drawing.
Post the photo on social media or an online art forum.
Respond to comments and feedback.

Career center

Learners who complete How To Draw Dogs Vol 1 - Pug, Collie, Labrador & Terrier will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Hobby Artist

A hobby artist creates art for personal enjoyment and fulfillment. The course focuses on drawing specific dog breeds using pastel pencils, offering step-by-step video instruction on the drawing process. A hobby artist can use this course to learn a new art medium, expand their artistic skills, and create beautiful drawings of their favorite dog breeds. The course provides a structured and accessible learning experience, making it ideal for hobbyists looking to explore their artistic potential and create artwork they can be proud of.

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Animal Illustrator

An animal illustrator specializes in creating illustrations of animals for books, magazines, and other media. The course focuses specifically on drawing dogs, providing in-depth training on capturing the likeness and unique characteristics of different breeds using pastel pencils. An animal illustrator can use the techniques learned to create detailed and realistic illustrations of dogs for various projects. The course, with its focus on step-by-step instruction and creating texture, helps build confidence in drawing a variety of dog breeds, making it an invaluable asset.

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Pet Portrait Artist

A pet portrait artist captures the unique personality and likeness of animals through various art mediums. This course, which focuses on drawing specific dog breeds like Pugs, Collies, Labradors, and Yorkshire Terriers using pastel pencils, may be useful for aspiring pet portrait artists. The course provides step-by-step video instruction on drawing dogs, from transferring outline drawings to applying pastel techniques to create realistic textures and details. A pet portrait artist will find value from the detailed instruction on rendering different dog coat types and facial features, translating directly into creating compelling and personalized pet portraits for clients.

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Tattoo Artist

A tattoo artist creates permanent designs on clients' skin. This course, which focuses on drawing specific dog breeds like Pugs, Collies, Labradors, and Yorkshire Terriers using pastel pencils, may be useful in helping a tattoo artist. This is particularly true if an artist is looking to specialize in realistic dog portraits. The course provides step-by-step video instruction on drawing dogs, from transferring outline drawings, to how to capture textures and details of an animal. Tattoo artists will find value from the detailed instruction with the goal of translating the lesson to their own client base.

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Freelance Artist

A freelance artist works independently, creating artwork for various clients and projects. If you are a freelance artist, this course may be useful for expanding your portfolio to include dog portraits. The course provides training in drawing four different dog breeds using pastel pencils. A freelance artist can leverage the skills learned to create custom dog portraits for clients, offer dog-themed art prints, or create illustrations for books or websites. The course helps develop the ability to capture the unique characteristics of different dog breeds, which is essential for creating compelling and marketable artwork.

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Illustrator

An illustrator creates images for books, magazines, and other media. This course may be useful if you're seeking to enhance your skills in drawing dogs, a popular subject in illustration. The course offers experience in using pastel pencils to depict various dog breeds. An illustrator can adapt the techniques learned in this course, such as creating textures and capturing the unique features of different breeds, to create illustrations featuring dogs for a range of projects. The course focuses on breaking down the drawing process into manageable steps, which is helpful for producing high-quality illustrations efficiently.

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Art teacher

An art teacher instructs students of all ages in various art forms, techniques, and principles. This course may be useful for art teachers looking for new projects and techniques to teach their students, specifically in the realm of animal portraiture. The course's focus on pastel pencils as an accessible medium and its structured, step-by-step approach make it suitable for teaching beginners and intermediate students. An art teacher can adapt the lessons on drawing specific dog breeds to create engaging and educational projects that allow students to explore pastel techniques and develop their drawing skills.

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Greeting Card Designer

A greeting card designer creates visually appealing designs for greeting cards, often incorporating illustrations and artwork. This course may be useful for those looking to specialize in cards featuring dogs. The course provides training in using pastel pencils to draw four different dog breeds. A greeting card designer will find the step-by-step drawing instructions valuable for creating charming and expressive dog illustrations for greeting cards. The experience gained in capturing the unique characteristics of each breed can be directly applied to designing a diverse range of dog-themed greeting cards.

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Custom Pet Product Designer

A custom pet product designer creates unique products featuring images of pets, such as mugs, phone cases, and apparel. This course may be useful for custom pet product designers looking to create their own artwork for their products. The course focuses on drawing different dog breeds using pastel pencils. With skills acquired in representing various canines, a custom pet product designer can create personalized designs featuring beloved pets for their clients. The course helps a designer to create high-quality, custom artwork that sets their products apart.

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Character Designer

A character designer develops visual concepts for characters in animation, video games, and other media. This course may be useful for character designers looking to improve their skills in drawing canine characters. The course explores drawing different dog breeds using pastel pencils. A character designer can use this course to learn techniques for creating expressive dog faces, capturing distinct breed characteristics, and developing unique canine characters for their projects. The course provides experience in using pastel pencils to create texture and detail, which is crucial for bringing characters to life.

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Muralist

A muralist creates large-scale artwork on walls or other surfaces, often in public spaces. Imagine creating a vibrant mural featuring beloved dog breeds in a community park. This course may be useful for muralists seeking to create designs with canine subjects. The course provides training in drawing different dog breeds using pastel pencils. The muralist can adapt the techniques learned to create large scale representations of Collies, Labradors, Terriers and Pugs. The course will provide a solid foundation in the anatomical structure and physical features of the dogs.

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Textile Designer

A textile designer creates patterns and designs for fabrics and other textiles. Envision creating a line of fabrics featuring charming dog portraits. This course may be useful for textile designers looking to create unique dog themed patterns. The course provides training in drawing four different dog breeds using pastel pencils. A textile designer can use the techniques learned to create repeating patterns of Collies, Labradors, Terriers and Pugs. The course provides a foundation in the basic skills of drawing techniques.

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Art Director

An art director oversees the visual style and images for various projects, including magazines, advertising campaigns, and film productions. While an art director may not be creating the art themselves, this course may be useful for understanding techniques when commissioning artists, particularly animal artists. The course provides insight into the process of drawing different dog breeds using pastel pencils. This knowledge may be useful for an art director to communicate effectively with artists and make informed decisions about commissioning artwork featuring dogs. The course's focus on pastel techniques and capturing breed characteristics provides a useful foundation for overseeing related projects.

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Art conservator

An art conservator is responsible for the preservation and restoration of artwork. This course may be useful for an art conservator seeking a better understanding of pastel techniques. The course focuses on drawing different dog breeds using pastel pencils. An art conservator can use this course to gain insight into the materials and techniques used in pastel drawings, enhancing their ability to assess and treat artworks created with this medium. The course's focus on the characteristics of pastel pencils is invaluable for the conservator.

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Veterinary Illustrator

A veterinary illustrator creates detailed anatomical and medical illustrations for textbooks, research publications, and client education materials. While this course does not cover anatomy, the skills of artistic representation taught may be useful for a veterinary illustrator. Mastering the ability to depict breeds of dogs using pastel pencils can provide basic understanding of their physical features, leading to a better understanding of the form. The course will provide a foundation for attention to detail.

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Reading list

We've selected two books that we think will supplement your learning. Use these to develop background knowledge, enrich your coursework, and gain a deeper understanding of the topics covered in How To Draw Dogs Vol 1 - Pug, Collie, Labrador & Terrier.

Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain

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Teaches you how to draw what you actually see, rather than what you think you see. It focuses on perceptual skills that are essential for realistic drawing. While not specific to pastel pencils, the techniques taught in this book will greatly improve your overall drawing ability. It commonly used textbook in art schools.

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The Art of Animal Drawing

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Provides a comprehensive guide to drawing animals, focusing on anatomy, construction, and movement. While not specific to pastel pencils or dogs, it offers valuable insights into animal drawing techniques that can be applied to your dog portraits. It is useful as additional reading to expand your knowledge of animal anatomy.

The Art of Animal Drawing: Construction, Action...

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