Have you ever...

  • wanted to paint animal portraits but have no idea where to start?

  • been overwhelmed by the enormous choice of pastels and pastel papers in the shops?

  • considered attending a class but thought you may be the only beginner?

  • not been able to find a book or video that explains pastel painting techniques in simple terms? They all seem so complicated

Then this course is for you!

Here are all the things you will discover

  • Have access to my UNIQUE 13 step-by-step plan for painting animals with pastels. This will work everytime!

  • Know which type of pastel and pastel paper to choose for the best results

  • Have the option to undertake projects that have been taught in both written and video format. So, something for everyone no matter what your learning style may be

  • Learn how to paint realistic animal fur the correct way (there is only one correct way!)

  • Know the best ways to photograph animals to get good quality reference material for your paintings

  • Understand the importance of using a contract for painting commissions and have access to a FREE draft contract that you can easily adapt for your own use

It's understanding the basics that allows you to paint or draw anything!

Get access to the course

Over ten modules, this is what the course contains

    1. You Tube Trailer

      FREE PREVIEW

    2. About Your Tutor and What You Will Learn

      FREE PREVIEW

    3. Important Information About This Exciting Course

    1. Which Pastels Should I Choose?*

    2. Other Materials You Will Need

    1. Workng With Pastels at Home

    1. Looking at Animal Features

    2. Three Lttle Exercises Before You Begin your projects

    3. A quick look at the six projects

    1. The Wolf

    2. Materials You Will Need

    3. Start your Painting

    4. Adding the Final Details to Bring Your Animal Alive

    1. Long Haired Tabby

    2. Materials You Will Need

    3. Start Your Painting

    4. Adding the Final Details to Bring Your Animal Alive

About this course

  • $57.00
  • 34 lessons

FAQ

  • Do I need prior experience in painting or drawing to take this course?

    No, this course is designed for all skill levels, from complete beginners to experienced artists looking to improve their pastel techniques.

  • What materials do I need to get started

    You’ll need just a few soft and hard pastels, a black and a white pastel pencil and good quality pastel paper. A full list of materials will be provided during the course. You may find you already have most of the required materials.

  • How long will I have access to the course?

    After you purchase the course you will have lifetime access. You can take as long as you like and re-visit the course as many times as you wish.

  • Why is the course advertised in dollars?

    The 'Thinkific' site that hosts these courses stores all it's data in America. Also, most of the students who access these courses are American. However, people can take these courses from all over the world and can pay in any currency. You can easily see a currency conversion on Google.

  • How do I create realistic fur and textures with pastels?

    There is a video showing you exactly how to paint fur the correct way. (there is only one correct way!) You’ll learn layering techniques, blending methods, and different pastel strokes to achieve realistic fur and skin textures.

  • What if I make a mistake? Can pastels be erased?

    Yes! Pastels can be lightly erased, lifted, or blended over to correct mistakes. Pastel is probably the most forgiving of all painting materials.

  • How long does it take to complete an animal pastel painting?

    It depends on complexity, but most paintings take several hours. Learning to build layers patiently is key to realism. The advatntage of an online course is being able to work at your own pace.

  • Can I use this course to paint my own pets?

    Absolutely! The techniques you learn can be applied to any animal, including your own pets. My unique 13 step-by-step plan will work with any animal you choose to paint.

  • What should I do to keep improving after the course?

    Practice regularly. Experiment with different pastel brands and surfaces and continue studying animal anatomy, colours and textures. Create your own unique style.

Start your pastel painting journey today!

Your instructor

Anne Kerr

Hi, I'm Anne! I am a qualified teacher of adults and have taught for over forty years. When I was young, I believed that being able to paint and draw was some kind of 'gift' given only to a select few. It was a long time before I realised that this was nonsense and I started to believe in myself. My father always said that "anyone can do anything if they really want to". I found learning at school hard but my dad's saying has stayed with me the whole of my adult life. I love teaching and try to show people that they can achieve anything they want to if they try hard enough. I have held exhibitions and taught classes in several European countries and the USA. I now live full time in Spain, teaching on painting holidays throughout Europe and running classes in my own fully equipped art studio. I work in all painting mediums and am best known for my watercolour and pastel work. My paintings are now in international private collections. I have been a regular contributor to several art and craft publications, writing articles on various aspects of painting and drawing. I truly believe that everybody can draw and paint. Hence my well-known motto.... "There is an artist in everyone"