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How to sketch a portrait of a girl holding a cat with a loose sketching technique using ink and watercolor. I really enjoyed this one, especially the cat! 

SUPPORT FILES: Please download the high resolution reference below as well as the template so you can easily sketch along with this tutorial.

SHARE: Post your sketches in the community chat so we can see your work 🙌🏼 (Patreon ‘app’ only). If you have anything you need help with please let me know what feedback you need via email (sketchingscottie@gmail.com).

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Mary L Doty

I was so focused on the women face and getting the cat’s head right that I never even noticed that the woman’s top had a pattern. Apparently we often see only what interests us. Some details fade away and some remain strong. I still like to start people with a pencil than move to ink. I apparently am resisting the commitment of ink when doing a portrait sketch.

M. Scott Moberly

Hi, I’m new. This one was super challenging and my cat especially needed a lot of help. Proportions were a little off too. Where can I upload a copy of my work to get feedback from you? Thx.