The Cat's Eye
Project 2 : Beginners Plus
The Cat's Eye Project
Level 2 Beginners Plus
This Cat's Eye makes a great subject to draw! It is a lot of fun and you will learn a lot along the way!
In this module we introduce fur, so you will learn about:
- My Five Fundamentals of Drawing Fur, which are the key elements you need to remember when drawing fur
- My "ghosting" technique, which will help guide you as you draw in the fur
- How to use tone to draw attention to the focal point and create drama in your picture
- How to draw fur that looks soft
- How to draw a realistic looking eye
- How to get the shine to look bright
There is also a bonus extra reference photo of a Tiger's Eye at the end!
Take a look at the Preview
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What's included in this module?
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2
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Welcome
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Part 1: The Line Drawing (and reference photos)
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Part 2: The Five Fundamentals of Drawing Fur
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Part 3: The Ghosting
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Part 4: The Fur & Eyeliner (incl Short Demo)
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Part 4 continued: The Fur & Eyeliner (Long Demo)
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Part 5: The Eyeball
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Part 6: The Final Stage
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Bonus reference photo! The Tiger's Eye
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Would you like to leave a review?
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Student reviews:
Great Project
Lydia McKechnie
Easy to follow instructions and helpful demos. Thanks Vanessa!
Easy to follow instructions and helpful demos. Thanks Vanessa!
Read LessThe Cat's Eye
Elizabeth Handley
I enjoyed this project. I concentrated to get the fur going in the correct direction, which I found challenging.
I enjoyed this project. I concentrated to get the fur going in the correct direction, which I found challenging.
Read LessWhat do I need to have done before this?
The following modules need to have been completed before you do this project:
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KEY UNIT 1 - Getting You Started
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PROJECT 1 - The Vintage Key
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KEY UNIT 2 - Switching on the Creative Side of your Brain
FAQ
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What is the ideal order to do the modules?
Key Unit 1 - Getting you Started
Project 1 - The Vintage Key
Key Unit 2 - Switching on the Creative Side of your Brain
Project 2 - The Cat's Eye
Project 3 - The Sparrow -
Does it matter if I do them in a different order?
You will find it frustrating if you don't do them in order because the course has been designed so that each module builds on the ones before it.
For instance you need to do Key Unit 1 before any of the projects because this is where I teach you the Dot&Grid Method and the basics of how to draw.
The projects get more challenging as you progress, but they are achievable because your skills will build with each level. For instance the technique I teach you to draw the fur in The Cats Eye is then used when we do the fluffy feathers in The Sparrow, it is assumed knowledge.
If you are unsure, it is easy to find out what you need to have done, just check "What modules do I need to have done before this" which is on the information page of each module. -
How long does the course take?
The course has no fixed time frame. Each course module has a different number of lessons, and the lessons vary in length, usually 5 to 20 minutes each. This is not allowing for the time when you are drawing.
You can go as fast or slow as you wish, there are no deadlines. Most people take weeks or even months to complete all the Key Units and Projects.
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Is the course suitable for kids?
The course is great for older kids (teenagers) who want to learn how to draw detailed realism. It is not suitable for younger children.
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Why are the modules different prices?
The pricing is based on the type of content as well as the length of the module.
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What devices can I watch it on?
You can watch it on any device that receives the internet, eg your smartphone, ipad, laptop, whatever suits you. Personally I think it works better on a larger screen like an ipad/laptop because it makes it easier to see the detail.
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What art materials will I need and are they expensive?
The course has been designed to keep the cost of art materials at a reasonable level. The pictures are all drawn using graphite pencils, which are relatively inexpensive. You will need a sketchbook, some erasers and a few other bits and pieces. You will also need a set of grids, you can make these yourself from the template provided in the course or get them from me. They are not expensive but they are essential. Click the link below for full materials list and grids.