Register online at:
https://paletteofrosesartleague.org/calendar/paintyourpet/
Join “Paint Your Pet” for a fun time celebrating your pets in the most heartfelt way by painting their portrait. This event allows animal lovers to paint their pets on canvas in this heartwarming and creative class where the love for your furry, feathered, or scaled friends takes center stage.
“Paint Your Pet” is a paint-along style format with step by step guided instructions to complete your pet’s portrait. This is a beginner friendly course, for all skill levels, from beginners to advanced, You will learn color mixing and painting techniques tailored to capture the essence of your pet’s fur, feathers, scales, and distinctive features.
There’s absolutely no need to worry about perfection or artistic expertise here; the focus is on the joy of painting and the love for your pet. From dogs and cats to fish, birds, turtles, and even iguanas, every pet is worthy of being the star of your canvas.
Fee: $65 Palette of Roses Art League members
$80 non-members
(membership for discounts on classes and events are only $35/year. see www.paletteofrosesartleague.org for more information on membership guidelines)
HOW IT WORKS:
Registration and fees must be paid by July 14th to allow time to process
and transfer the image onto the canvas.
Step 1: SEND US A PHOTO
An instruction article on photo selection and Photo taking tips is included below. Deadline for photo submissions are on or before July 14th.
Step 2: WE PREP THE CANVAS
Using your photo, we draw a grayscale outline of your pet onto a canvas. The canvas and a custom paint palette are ready when you arrive.
Step 3: PAINT YOUR PET
On Nov. 3rd, with step-by-step instructions, you paint your pet’s portrait. You will learn basic painting techniques of color mixing, paint application, background tips, realistic fur, feathers, and more
Supplies provided $65 poral members / $80 non-members
PHOTO REFERENCE GUIDE
Capturing your pet’s unique character in a portrait is an exciting opportunity to showcase their fun and loving nature. To assist you in selecting or taking the best possible reference photos of your pet, we’ve compiled a list of essential tips.
Remember, the deadline for photo submission is October 22th, allowing ample time for the image to be transferred onto canvas by the instructor. Please direct all reference photos to
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Guidelines and tips for the best reference photos:
Focus on the Subject:
Ensure your pet is the primary focus of the photograph, filling the frame as much as possible.
Backgrounds:
Don’t worry about the backdrop; the class will cover how to simplify or alter backgrounds.
Eyes as Focal Points
The eyes are the windows to the soul. A sharp focus on your pet’s eyes ensures the rest of the image will also appear clear.
True to Character:
Only submit photos that reflect your pet’s typical appearance and personality.
Lighting Matters:
Proper lighting is crucial, especially for pets with black and white fur. Aim for a mix of direct and diffused light to highlight details accurately.
Consider Pose and Angle:
While amusing photos are delightful, they may not translate well into a portrait. Opt for natural poses and angles.
Variety:
Provide a range of photos from different perspectives, focusing on close-ups of the face, eyes, head, ears, neck, and chest.
We’re excited to see your submissions and help you create a beautiful tribute to your furry friend. Should you have any questions or need further assistance, feel free to reach out via email at
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