Weimaraner portrait drawing using graphite, charcoal and colored pencils

I love creating all sorts of portrait poses for my clients!  The following dog drawing was composed using two of the client's photos which features a puppy shot as the main pose and a smaller vignette of the same dog as an adult, portraying one of Addie's favorite pastime. 

For this drawing, I used mainly graphite pencils along with a touch of colored pencils on the main pose. I felt we really had to capture the Weimaraner's impressive pale blue eyes and the unusual brown nose and tones in her shinny fur. In addition, the mauve and green colours of the collar seems to liven up the whole composition.

I really like how the shimmering silver grey tones of  Addy's coat turned out...coupled with that adorably sweet expression, it definitely has become one of my favorite commissions to have had the opportunity to draw!!

So, if you happen to know anyone who might be interested in having a portrait of their furry, scaly or feathery companion, I'd be forever grateful if you could share my website www.colettetheriault.com with them! ♥

"Addie"

Silver Gray Weimaraner 

11"x14"

enhanced graphite drawing

COMMISSION

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

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View the work in progress below: 

Black Capped Chickadee sketch/drawing in pencil

The first in a series of original chickadee drawings, this artwork was done using charcoal and graphite pencils. I intend to create about 10 different variations of these bird drawings and then am considering the possibility of offering unique "collage" prints.

 

Chickadee no.1
6"x8"
pencil
SOLD

Group Portrait of Percheron Horses

Well, here is the portrait, finally! You can see close up views of each horse by clicking on the links below (horses from left to right).

Jane: http://www.colettetheriault.com/descriptions/petdescriptions/Janedescription.php

Prince: http://www.colettetheriault.com/descriptions/petdescriptions/Princedescription.php

Duke: http://www.colettetheriault.com/descriptions/petdescriptions/Dukedescription.php

Francis: http://www.colettetheriault.com/descriptions/petdescriptions/Francisdescription.php

Jake: http://www.colettetheriault.com/descriptions/petdescriptions/Patsydescription.php

Patsy:http://www.colettetheriault.com/descriptions/petdescriptions/Patsydescription.php

Portrait of Brother Richard

I rarely draw people but this was a special commission for a dear friend. This portrait is of Brother Richard whom is a faith healer and will be presented to him as a Christmas gift. I love the way this portrait was framed, using a cathedral type cut near the top (arch) and a beautiful laser cut cross below the drawing, in a beautiful metal frame...perfect for framing graphite artwork!



Click here to view a larger image: http://www.colettetheriault.com/artist.php at the bottom of the page.

Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Portrait

I've started drawing the sketch for a colored pencil drawing portrait of an adorable Wheaten called Sam. As soon as I can, I'll be posting updates of this teddy bear look-alike.

Japanese Akita Pencil Drawing

One of the Christmas commissions I've been working on. This dog portrait measures 14" x 18" and was created using graphite and charcoal pencils on smooth Bristol paper. Click here to view more: http://www.colettetheriault.com/descriptions/petdescriptions/Akita_drawing.php

Cat and butterfly portrait

I've just recently completed yet another Christmas commission. It is a graphite pencil drawing featuring a beloved rescue cat relaxing in a field of dainty daisies.
The original reference photograph featured "Puppy" the cat resting on a webbing lawn chair.

Reference photograph: http://www.colettetheriault.com/descriptions/petdescriptions/Domestic_cat.php