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Squirrel Tutorial - Intermediate (Patreon)

Published:
2021-03-07 21:14:01
Edited:
2021-08-11 08:52:52
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2026-10
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Hi everyone,

Here is the Squirrel tutorial.

I had fun with this little guy. I painted a graphite study and a colour study before I painted the main painting. You'll see those on the video briefly.

I downloaded the reference photo from Unsplash website. It was taken by Geran De Klerk.

Here is the link for the photo: https://unsplash.com/photos/bKhETeDV1WM

I've also put the link on the Supplies List.

All of the files you need to complete the painting are attached below my message here.

Have fun with it. I hope you enjoy it.

Louise

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Index Links

My website index with linked images: http://www.louisedemasi.com/new-index

Patreon word index: https://www.patreon.com/posts/34865676

Copyright Information:

My tutorials are designed to help you on your creative journey. Any painting you create from a tutorial where I use my own reference photo is for personal use only. They can't be sold or entered into an art competition. I write on the Supplies Lists where the photos come from. Permission is not given to paint any of my earlier paintings that are not tutorials because some of them are licensed. Also, a few of my earlier paintings were painted from photographs where I sought the permission of the photographer. The photographer gave me permission to use it, not others.

If I do a tutorial where I use another photographer's photo (eg from Pixabay or Unsplash) that is available for anyone throughout the world to download (copyright free) and use I’m happy for you to sell the paintings you create from the tutorial.

If I do a tutorial and I use a photo that I have paid for and downloaded from the website Wildlife Reference Photos in order for you to sell the painting you create from the tutorial you need to purchase and download the photograph yourself. This is in accordance with the Terms and Services of the Wildlife Reference Photo website.

If you share a finished painting on social media I would really appreciate it if you could link back to my account (be it on Facebook, YouTube or Instagram) and mention that you painted it in one of my tutorials. @louisedemasi

Thank you!

Files

Squirrel for Patreon

Louise De Masi©

Comments

Penny Albright

Such a fun project, thank you! Is there a blue you'd substitute for Antwerp Blue. I don't have that one. Many thanks

Louise De Masi

Thanks Penny, there's no particular reason I used Antwerp Blue other than because I like it so use whatever blue you love using.

Kiki

I have to admit, this is about one of the most difficult tutorials I've ever followed. I've been working on this for 3 days, ,& I'm only 40 minutes into the tutorial. I don't know how long it took you to do this, but after doing every tiny little bit, letting that dry, touching back up another little spot, letting that dry, touching up another little spot, letting that dry, whewwwww... I'm frustrated and not at all happy with my results. By going back and adding water so many times to every tiny little area, I keep getting water lines. I keep using the eradicator brush. I'd really like to know how long it took to paint this... It's awesome that people enjoy this, and your painting is absolutely stunning. I feel like it's maybe just not for me though. :-)

Louise De Masi

Hi Kiki, This painting took me about a day to complete. I'm sorry you are not enjoying it. Maybe try another tutorial that is less challenging and time consuming: white duck, white cockatoo, cat looking down or the leaves in pot for example.

Nicoline

I am going to try this cuty tomorrow. Thans you for this lovely planting.

Nancy Guenther

I have been waiting for this darling squirrel. I am watching the tutorial. You always explain everything so well. I can’t wait to give this a try. Thank you, Louise!

Ali B

So gorgeous, Louise! Hope all is well with you and the family. 😊🧡🤎

Carol Factor

I’ve also been looking forward to this squirrel. Thank you, Louise.

Cathy Chambers

Yay. This is the one that led me to your Patreon site. Can't wait to try it. Thank you Louise.

WILFREDO DIAZ

I painted this squirrel back in January watching your Youtube video. So excited to paint this little cutie again with this full length video tutorial. Thank you Louise!! I have learned so much from you and have been painting a lot for the past two months since I joined your Patreon.

Joanie Dorsey

I can't wait to give this one a go. I do have a problem with painting a squirrel with a squirrel brush. Are the Casino brushes the best synthetic brush to use?

Louise De Masi

I have a few Casaneos. They are good to use but I prefer my Maestro brushes. I hope you enjoy it.

Maggie Paiton

Just finished the squirrel ! as a beginner I have not tried animals but really pleased with my attempt you are a great tutor can’t wait for next one thanks !

Jennifer Broussard Art

I just finished this and thought it was quite a challenge! Which is what I need. Mistakes were made and I learned a LOT!

Louise De Masi

I'm glad. It's never easy - I find it's always a challenge. I think that's why I keep coming back for more. If it was easy I know I'd get bored of it. Thanks Jennifer.

Linda J Greiner

Hi Louise - this is just adorable - Can Naples Yellow be substituted???

Louise De Masi

Hi Linda, Thank you! Yes try it. Water it down a bit because it's opaque. You want the paper to show through to give it some light.

Judy Breedlove

Just finished this cutie, today, Louise. Thank you for a challenging and creative tutorial. I posted it on the face book page. Don't look at the mistakes....LOL

Suzanne Bertrand

I met with a few friends and we just challenged one each other to complete this little guy yesterday afternoon. It was quite fun. Thank you for these fine videos!