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Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/w74sJgOCG9s

lol I wish I could REALLY paint this fast! :)

I am working on the portrait for the Facing Homelessness charity fundraiser in Seattle and decided to share the process! Here I show you how I paint the adorable little puppy. :)

Supplies:
I am using Gamblin Artist Oil Colors and Rosemary & Co Brushes.

Technique:
Something that I am being very conscious about throughout the process is my edges. Nothing says cuddly fur better than soft brushstroke edges. :)
What a sweet little face! :D

What's the big idea???
I am having a blast getting the hang of the recording & editing process and am excited to share more painting videos like this with Patreon.
I love having you join me in the studio! :)
Thank you to my awesome Patreon Patrons who make videos like this possible!
YOU ROCK!

Want to see more of my work?
Here's a portrait I recently completed: https://www.patreon.com/creation?hid=2613007



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Join me on Patreon (an AMAZING place to follow creators in their every day lives and support them in cool ways) as I share my secrets on how to successfully paint in oils on slate! :) The possibilities of this gorgeous natural support are endless!

Topics I Will Be Covering in this Online Class:
• Sourcing - Where I find my favorite types of slate and tricks to score the best variety.
• Determining how to incorporate the natural stone variations into your composition. Each piece has a painting waiting to be let out!
• How to prepare your slate for sealing... No need for trial and error. I did it for you!
• Best products to use to seal and prime the slate
• Slate Painting Techniques and unique tricks for utilizing this support to it's maximum potential.
• Unique ways to frame your finished painting - flaunt those raw edges!!!

Patreon Patrons who pledge $1 and up get all the juicy details of this fun online class automatically. YES, I said $1... lol no I'm not kidding. But not only do my Patrons get access to this tutorial, but they get access to ALL my Patron exclusive content, sourcing leads & tutorials, past and future as well! That's a pretty big haul for only a minimum of a $1 pledge. :) If I were teaching this class in person, you can imagine how much I would have to charge per student. But now, thanks to Patreon I can make it affordable for artists all over the world via the internet! ^_^ This makes SO me happy!! Join me! https://www.patreon.com/creation?hid=1906989

From now until 12/10/2014 get 15% off the artist's commission on ALL Karen Whitworth artwork prints and gifts! Use promo code: STPPHC at checkout.

You know I like to have fun with my new paintings... sometimes teasing you... :) Well my latest painting has been such a blast to work on and is giving me a spring fever like never before. Here is just a small portion of it. Stay tuned... Picture This Gallery in Eagle River, Alaska and I have something quite special in the works!