Thursday, February 18, 2016

Quarter (Barrel) Horse Pencil Drawing Portrait Commission

Horses have been a favorite animal of mine since early childhood so it comes as no surprise that I embrace every opportunity I have to paint or draw them!

I was asked to draw this beautiful horse's portrait as a memorial tribute for a friend. I used mainly 8B and F pencils along with my tortillions, chamois and Q-tips for delicate blending.

The original photo included a busy background and the horse was wearing a halter but it was decided to leave those out of the drawing to focus on the subject.

"Darby"
11x14
graphite pencils
COMMISSION

View the work in progress below: 


































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4 comments:

  1. hmuxoFebruary 18, 2016 at 7:10 PM

    He's beautiful Colette!! I love the progression of this piece...thank you for sharing!!!

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  2. Colette TheriaultFebruary 19, 2016 at 9:43 AM

    Thank you Hilda! A little video is in the works...

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  3. Sue ClinkerMarch 10, 2016 at 11:07 AM

    What a lovely tribute to Darby ... beautiful pencil work and I love the simplicity with no background to distract the eye

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  4. Colette TheriaultMarch 20, 2016 at 7:27 PM

    Glad you think so Sue! Thanks so much!!

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