How to draw realistic fur in graphite | Drawing black fur | Tips, tools & materials

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  • čas přidán 4. 09. 2024
  • How to draw realistic fur in graphite. In this Labrador graphite tutorial I'll share tips, techniques and materials for drawing dog fur and in particular how to draw black shiny fur. I demonstrate how to use graphite powder for the base layer to build up more depth within the fur. This would work with any animal and I found it made a dramatic difference resulting in a more photo realistic pet portrait.
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    Pastel & Acrylic Tutorials:
    Patreon: www.patreon.com/zaratomsart
    Would you like to see what tutorials I have on Patreon? If so, the link to the library is below :)
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    Social media:
    Facebook page: Zara.Toms.Artist
    Instagram: zaratomsart
    Website & blog: www.petportraitsandwildlifeart.co.uk
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    Materials used:
    A4 (8.3" x 11.7") graphite portrait
    Strathmore paper
    Derwent graphic pencils
    Reference photo provided by client

Komentáře • 67

  • @zaratomsart
    @zaratomsart  Před rokem +1

    ** Exciting news ** - My graphite tier has just gone live on Patreon :). --> www.patreon.com/zaratomsart
    One new tutorial every month with a mix of domestic pets and wildlife subjects. I have a library on my website which lists all of the tutorials across my entire Patreon channel so you can see what content is available before joining :) --> petportraitsandwildlifeart.co.uk/?page_id=3404

  • @BayouBella01
    @BayouBella01 Před 3 měsíci +3

    You are by far the best video for tips and tricks! Thank you!

    • @zaratomsart
      @zaratomsart  Před 3 měsíci

      Wow, thank you so much ❤️❤️

  • @kevinchristie1302
    @kevinchristie1302 Před 2 lety +2

    Absolutely… A graphite tier a must..

    • @zaratomsart
      @zaratomsart  Před 2 lety +1

      Thank you for the feedback 😁😁. I'm definitely looking to do this. When I started the pastel and acrylic tier I worked on a library of turorials so that there were tutorials immediately available. This is what I would do for graphite so I need to get busy planning that and then make plans for it to launch. Exciting!

    • @user-nq6yo7ky1j
      @user-nq6yo7ky1j Před 4 měsíci

      What pencil did you use?

  • @tomfielder8973
    @tomfielder8973 Před 7 měsíci +1

    Brilliant. I’m just starting in drawing and this tutorial is just what I need. I’ve watched it through once and I’ll watch it a couple more times and then ‘road test’ the technique.
    I’ve watched others I thought were good but I need to build from basics and hope eventually to be competent in animal drawing.
    Thank you.

  • @mmaria9308
    @mmaria9308 Před 8 měsíci +1

    Thank you for all of the tips. Amazing! Love the powder idea!!!

  • @gajatheartist
    @gajatheartist Před rokem +5

    I loved your video, you explained everything beautifully and I'm so glad I found you because I was really scared of drawing black fur (I got commissioned a black cat and I was avoiding drawing it) and now you gave me the courage and the techniques to actually do it!
    thank you again, you gained a new subscriber

    • @zaratomsart
      @zaratomsart  Před rokem +1

      Wow thank you for such kind feedback. I really do appreciate that. I'm so pleased the tutorial was helpful ❤️

  • @dawnwhite1531
    @dawnwhite1531 Před rokem +1

    Would love to see the Jack Russell being drawn, your videos are so helpful, thank you 😀

    • @zaratomsart
      @zaratomsart  Před rokem

      So pleased to hear that =). I think I have uploaded that video here to CZcams =)

    • @dawnwhite1531
      @dawnwhite1531 Před rokem

      @@zaratomsart oooh I’ll have a look. Couple of questions, how do you do the initial outline sketch? Is it all freehand drawn, do you trace from an image etc. and you mentioned graphite powder in different shades. Where do you get this from? I can find the powder but not in different hardnesses. Thanks x

  • @nicola8936
    @nicola8936 Před 2 lety +1

    I would love full length tutorials animal's in graphite. Either via patron or CZcams. Loved this video

    • @zaratomsart
      @zaratomsart  Před 2 lety +1

      Hi Nicola, thank you :). Pleased to hear it was useful. I'll get some more planned and if the demand is there I'll be looking to add graphite to Patreon as well.

  • @kayleightoms8268
    @kayleightoms8268 Před 2 lety +2

    You're an amazing teacher, this is exactly what I needed to move onto drawing wildlife.. can't wait to try out these new techniques! More please 🙏🏼 😋

    • @zaratomsart
      @zaratomsart  Před 2 lety +1

      Thank you ❤. I'm planning on uploading many more 😁😁

  • @jeanharmon9561
    @jeanharmon9561 Před 7 měsíci +1

    Thank you ..I’m just starting pencil art, this has been very helpful.

  • @helenbrymer5679
    @helenbrymer5679 Před rokem +1

    Wonderful! Very informative. You are very talented. Thank you!

    • @zaratomsart
      @zaratomsart  Před rokem

      Thank you so much. So pleased to hear it was helpful =)

  • @emmaneno4723
    @emmaneno4723 Před 2 lety +1

    Love the Jack Russel
    One too - and any more graphite tutorial

    • @zaratomsart
      @zaratomsart  Před 2 lety +1

      Great. I'll get the voice over done for the Jack Russell =). I have lots more graphite ones planned 😁

  • @cafemir
    @cafemir Před rokem +1

    Thank you very much for your generosity.

  • @gennydavidsonsmith85
    @gennydavidsonsmith85 Před 7 měsíci +1

    Great tutorial. Thank you!

  • @davidchau8068
    @davidchau8068 Před rokem +1

    MANY THANKS FOR YOUR GREAT SHARING!!!!!!

  • @josiemahfouz7423
    @josiemahfouz7423 Před rokem

    I would love for you to do a tutorial of a close up full body of a "dappled short haired Dachshund . I do love your techniques & videos.

  • @letishanorrisfineart
    @letishanorrisfineart Před rokem +1

    I really appreciate all your tips 😊❤❤

    • @zaratomsart
      @zaratomsart  Před rokem

      So pleased to hear the tutorials are helpful =)

  • @gordangraham
    @gordangraham Před 10 měsíci +1

    Great video. I have a black Lab and I’ve been wanting to attempt a portrait of him but was afraid to even attempt. I tried once and was really discouraged at my first try. But I am going to try again after watching your video. Thanks, I gave you a big thumbs up.

    • @zaratomsart
      @zaratomsart  Před 10 měsíci +1

      Thank you, so pleased to hear it was helpful =)

  • @MarkSeveright-kh1li
    @MarkSeveright-kh1li Před 11 měsíci +1

    Awesome possum

  • @fuzzydragons
    @fuzzydragons Před 2 lety +1

    I really need to one of those erasers, really makes nice lines

  • @carole4688
    @carole4688 Před rokem +1

    Great info. Thanks!

  • @cafemir
    @cafemir Před rokem

    Thank you Zara!

  • @brothermaleuspraetor9505
    @brothermaleuspraetor9505 Před 7 měsíci

    Amazing talent.

  • @LaurieLyon-t3b
    @LaurieLyon-t3b Před 23 dny +1

    Great tutorial! When you are working on the muzzle, it almost looks like you're using a gray pencil at times. Are you?

    • @zaratomsart
      @zaratomsart  Před 23 dny

      @LaurieLyon-t3b thank you =). All the pencils are graphite so they're different grey shades but it depends on how much pressure is applied and lighter pressure will create a lighter grey etc.

  • @user-fi6ke3op9v
    @user-fi6ke3op9v Před rokem +1

    This is quite useful

  • @user-um6li5fd8d
    @user-um6li5fd8d Před rokem

    Très bonne vidéo, très pédagogique. Bravo

  • @helengill5481
    @helengill5481 Před rokem +1

    That is amazing now subscribed and following :)

  • @Jazzidoodle
    @Jazzidoodle Před rokem

    Brilliant thank you

  • @wonkywhisker1036
    @wonkywhisker1036 Před rokem

    Sorry just heard you say the name of the eraser. 👍thank you. Your videos are fab.

  • @Krazykeeno76
    @Krazykeeno76 Před 2 lety +3

    Zara, I'm quite good at drawing but this tutorial has been an amazing help, especially the graphite tip and base layering. It's also inspired me to get myself back drawing again, thank you. Can I ask what the best way, in your opinion, is to start a pet/animal drawing and scale where the eyes, mouth and nose sit. I normally just try and start the eyes 1st but sometimes it can get quite frustrating. Thankfully they seem to work out but it's just the beginning I struggle most with.

    • @zaratomsart
      @zaratomsart  Před 2 lety +1

      Ah yay! So pleased to hear it was useful :). For the initial sketch I personally get is all sketched out first and make sure the initial line drawing is accurate. For anyone who is looking to improve their freehand skills tracing can really help.
      If we freehand something and are aware we keep making mistakes it can be hard to know how to fix it. If we trace something 5 times over and over and then try freehanding it this second freehand attempt will be far more accurate than the first because our brain has been forced to draw it accurately to start with.
      The aim isn't to then always trace but using it this way will improve the freehand skills. It teaches us to see things more accurately and pay attention to spacing, proportions and perspective.
      My next method would be the grid but I have found with that if the grid method is only 1 or 2mm out it will throw the entire piece off. That grid has to be accurate to the mm. So for me the other way is my preference for improving freehand work.
      Hope that helps :)

    • @Krazykeeno76
      @Krazykeeno76 Před 2 lety +1

      @@zaratomsart thank you so much for your reply and description of how to improve my freehand skills, I'll see if it can work better for me and make a significant difference to my initial outline.
      I'll look forward to seeing more of your work and gaining more tips.
      Thanks again and apologies for the late reply

    • @zaratomsart
      @zaratomsart  Před 2 lety +1

      @@Krazykeeno76 no problem at all. If you have any other questions feel free to ask :)

  • @randallbetser5689
    @randallbetser5689 Před rokem +1

    This is quite helpful. Still trying to draw my Beagle, Toby. He is very hard for me to get the shadings right. Could I ask for your help?

  • @Alonesoullllllllll
    @Alonesoullllllllll Před rokem

    Thanks

  • @grahamprice3801
    @grahamprice3801 Před 2 lety +1

    hi zara be brilliant if you done some graphite tutorials my favourite medium

    • @zaratomsart
      @zaratomsart  Před 2 lety

      I have plans to make more =). Its a lovely medium to work with isnt it.

  • @colleengiven5927
    @colleengiven5927 Před 10 měsíci

    What is the whit pencil your using?

  • @buttonuk
    @buttonuk Před rokem

    Hi Zara, your graphite tutorials are incredible. I'd like to know whether you have your paper flat or at an angle on an easel when drawing? Thanks again for sharing. 😊

    • @zaratomsart
      @zaratomsart  Před rokem

      So kind, thank you. I work upright because I have a bad neck and back which means I can't work flat. I use an A2 table easel which has always worked really well.

    • @buttonuk
      @buttonuk Před rokem

      @@zaratomsart Thanks Zara. I love that you don't allow your back and neck problems stop you from achieving your wonderful artwork! I guess it's pretty much a personal preference, then. After watching your Batman graphite tutorial, I'm working on a cat drawing and finding your examples and advice so helpful. 😊

  • @wonkywhisker1036
    @wonkywhisker1036 Před rokem

    You are such a good teacher. What eraser do you use for the highlighted hairs?🤔

    • @zaratomsart
      @zaratomsart  Před rokem

      Thank you so much that's so kind. I'm so pleased the tutorials are helpful 🥰

  • @aaymjen
    @aaymjen Před rokem

    Hi! I have a commisdion with the dogs ears are showing completely black. I tried with charcoal but they turned out very flat. So you have any advice? Im starting over and not sure what the best medium to use is, or if you have any advice at all for completely fur is? Thank you!

    • @zaratomsart
      @zaratomsart  Před rokem

      I love drawing black fur in pastels. The way we can layer all the subtle tonal details on top creates a lot of depth. I have quite a few tutorials here on CZcams showing how I draw black fur in pastels =).