With more than 8 step-by-step projects and a gallery of more than 30 portraits to inspire, DIYDog Portraits will show children how to turn the love for their pet into a timeless work of art.
There is something special about the relationship between a child and their dog. Dog Portrait DIY pays homage to this relationship by teaching children and their parents how to express their puppy love through art. An interactive guide on how to design, draw, and create dog portraits in a variety of mediums and techniques, Dog Portrait DIY is sure to please dog-lovers of all ages, and inspire artists both young and old. With more than 8 step-by-step dog portraits in pencil, pastel, paint, and even paper mosaics and a gallery of more than 30 portraits to inspire, this how-to book will show children how to turn the love for their pet into a timeless work of art.
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Project 1 Paper Collage Pup |
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Project 3 Crochet Dachshund |
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Project 4 Mixed Media Shaggy Dog |
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Project 5 Cool Canine Cartoon |
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Project 7 Colored Pencil Golden |
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Project 8 Silhouette Portrait |
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| About the Artists |
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DAVE GARBOT is an experienced illustrator who enjoys working with clients to create fun and engaging images for a variety of projects. Relying on his whimsical imagination, humor, and attention to detail, Dave is often called upon for assignments in children's publishing, advertising, character development, stylish lettering, games, and fun maps. His list of clientele includes Barnes & Noble, Harper Collins, Penguin Press, Scholastic, Klutz Press, Sterling Publishing, Addison Wesley, Parenting Press, Carrabba's Restaurants, Hyatt Hotels, McDonald's, the Tribeca Film Festival, and Arnold Worldwide.
Robbin Cuddy began her career designing packaging for toys, games, and puzzles. She eventually became a freelance illustrator and concentrates primarily on children's books. She resides in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida.
Jennifer McCully is a graphic designer who expanded her horizon to include mixed-media work. Her creative spirit can be seen on her bold canvases, which feature vibrant and simple objects that are both energetic and inspiring. Her childlike creations evoke happiness and draw inspiration from practically anything. Jennifer is a full-time Etsy seller, operating four different shops, and the author of ARTrageous! and The Grown-Up's Guide to Paint Pouring with Kids, both from Walter Foster Publishing. Visit her online at jennifermccully.com.
JESSICA L. BARNES lives in beautiful Star Valley, Wyoming, with her best friend and husband, Daniel, and their children, Emmett and Emerson. In her free time, she runs her silhouette art shop, www.iillume.etsy.com. She enjoys graphic design, drawing, sewing, home improvement with her hubby, reading to her children, and listening to audiobooks.
