Pet Portrait – Acrylic Paint

In this 2-hour 50-minute tutorial, I will show you how to paint a realistic dog portrait while sharing what I’ve learned about commissions and pet portraiture from over 15 years of experience.

We will focus on:

• My step by step acrylic layering process for a realistic finish
• Creating soft focus areas to build depth
• Blending using layers and glazes
• Understanding how much detail is enough
• Knowing when to stop so you don’t overwork a painting
• Building an efficient process for commission work

This tutorial is ideal for artists who want a clear, structured approach to painting realistic pet portraits, as well as those looking to start or improve their commission work.