FEATHERS - PASTEL ON VELOUR

[@maobfh]

That is fanTAStic! I love watching you work! I was/am an artist and have had work nabbed by galleries and sold so some small talent is there. But I never had the nerve to do this professionally or maybe I should say as my primary income. One of the things I have discovered watching you work is that you increase your detail and you create several more layers than I did. I would quit before I put in too much and ruined it, but your extra layers add more detail and complete the piece. You don’t teach, you encourage. I don’t study, I just watch. The end result, though, is that I am learning a lot simply watching you. Thank you for your encouragement!!!

[@kerrynewell-wildlifeartist]

Hi there Rebecca thank you for watching my video and for leaving such an encouraging comment - truly appreciated indeed. Stay safe and stay creative xXx

[@Colin-h7u]

Amazing, l have not produced a piece of art work in years. Thanks to you l have just ordered some materials and am looking forward to making a start. Thank you so much.

[@kerrynewell-wildlifeartist]

Awe that’s wonderful news Colin 😃 Looking forward to hearing about the next chapter of your artistic journey xXx

[@doreenlorenzo2501]

You are a wonderful artist and teacher.I am thrilled to have found you.THANK you so much.

[@kerrynewell-wildlifeartist]

Hi there Doreen I hope you are well. Sorry for not having responded sooner (I've only just seen your comment). Thank you for taking the time to watch my video and for leaving such an encouraging comment - truly appreciated. xXx

[@juliemitchell1778]

Fantastic tutorial, full of content and just the right length. Thanks very much for creating this tutorial and I look forward to the next one!

[@kerrynewell-wildlifeartist]

Awe thank you so very much Julie, your encouraging comment is truly appreciated xXx

[@thomasstone7207]

Amazing again

[@kerrynewell-wildlifeartist]

Thank you my friend xXx

[@shekathearl1731]

I learned soooo much from watching you make this beautiful bird. I pray you will have more video's. Thank you for sharing.

[@kerrynewell-wildlifeartist]

Awe thank you Shekat. My second video has now been filmed, all being well I'll be editing it this evening. xXx

[@joyellis3354]

Hi Kerry You tutorials are wonderfull and you don't waffle it is great to listen to you explaining and giving tips you are very generous Thank you

[@kerrynewell-wildlifeartist]

Joy Ellis awe thank you very your ongoing support and encouragement, truly appreciated. I've edited my latest video and all being well will be adding the voiceover today. xXx

[@michaelmcewan432]

Excellent tutorial, lovely work

[@kerrynewell-wildlifeartist]

Awe thank you Michael, your comment is truly appreciated xXx I've now recorded a second video - fur in pastel on velour, the subject is a Red-ruffed Lemur. I'm going to be adding the voiceover this afternoon and will upload it this evening. So all being well it should be live by this time tomorrow on KZbin :-) xXx

[@kerrynewell-wildlifeartist]

Hi there Michael, thank you again for your encouraging words, truly appreciated. My second video is now live if you'd like to take a look. As for your 'black fur' suggestion - I'll make that my third video ;-) In the meantime I suggest that you put a base coat down of a warm reddish brown before applying your black, and to create highlights using lilacs, blues, creams and a little white. It will be all in my next video (plus I'll have purchased a microphone so the audio will be better). Best wishes, Kerry xXx

[@johanneremillard263]

Thank you for taking the time to answering my question 💕

[@kerrynewell-wildlifeartist]

My pleasure xXx

[@seanr2157]

Very nice, Kerry! I enjoyed watching. Cheers! 👍

[@kerrynewell-wildlifeartist]

sean rademaker Awe thank you Sean. These tutorials are aimed at beginners really, let's fill the world with art ;-) xXx

[@CatsInaCradle]

Fantastic! I hope to see more from you Kerry! Thoroughly enjoyed this and your teaching technique is wonderful! Beautiful work! ❤

[@kerrynewell-wildlifeartist]

Thank you so very much Alicia, your encouraging comment means a lot to me. I'm in the middle of filming my second tutorial, hoping it will be finished and edited within the next couple of weeks. Thank you once again for your support xXx

[@anneturnbull9937]

Glad I found this video. Very useful and informative. Thank you, Kerry.

[@kerrynewell-wildlifeartist]

Awe thank you Anne, your comment is truly appreciated. Please feel free to share my channel and I hope you enjoy viewing my other videos. I do apologise for the sound quality but I'm new to YouTubing lol, I've now ordered a condenser microphone which is due to arrive on 16th May so any recordings thereafter should be much better ;-) xXx

[@hazelmclister-brewer3786]

Loving your pastel on velour, thank you - I've had my velour for a couple of months but after seeing your demonstration - I'm going in. I love your style and descriptions. Really helpful thank you.

[@kerrynewell-wildlifeartist]

Hi there Hazel, thank you for watching my video and for taking the time to share such an encouraging comment - truly appreciated. How are you getting along with your velour? Stay safe and stay creative xXx

[@nicandkathy]

great video Kerry. looking forward to the next one!

[@kerrynewell-wildlifeartist]

Nic Allen Awe thank you Nic! Your comment and support is truly appreciated xXx

[@brendatrujillo2666]

Kerry, you’ve done a beautiful job with this painting. Love the way you explain wht you’re doing and why. I’ll be watching this tutorial several times, then I’m going to try to follow along and create one. So lovely this. Kerry, would you please consider doing a tutorial on male lions and wolves? That would be so appreciated if you would. Thank you for sharing your talent with those of us who would like ti improve our pastel painting process!

[@kerrynewell-wildlifeartist]

Hi there Brenda thank you for watching my video and for taking the time to leave such a lovely comment - truly appreciated. I am, at the moment, making a list of any video content suggestions so your male lion & wolf suggestions will be added to this. Once I have a decent amount I'll pop them in a jar so that I can pick them out randomly and create a new project to record for my KZbin channel 😊 xXx

[@patriciarobledo3954]

Very helpful, thank you! My velour paper was delivered today, haven't used it yet, so your video is definitely a help.

[@kerrynewell-wildlifeartist]

Hoping or have lots of creative fun with your velour and pastels xXx

[@kerrynewell-wildlifeartist]

Thank you to everyone who's watched and left such encouraging comments on this my first KZbin video. Your support and encouragement is truly appreciated. I'm pleased to say that I have at last uploaded a second video (after listening to it I definitely know that I need to purchase a microphone lol) I hope you enjoy: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eYLOn4uNbNSFp80

[@juliewhitehead4432]

Thanks Kerry very informative and Im glad it's not just me that talks to myself while working LOL

[@kerrynewell-wildlifeartist]

Lol definitely not just you lol xXx

[@kittyrings]

Just found you!!!!!!! Wow! You are absolutely a thorough teacher. I have been looking for someone exactly like in your style of teaching. Your work is amazing. I'm new to pastels (oil painter) and this is what I've been wanting to do for a long time. Thank you for sharing your knowledge, Kerry, you are truly gifted.

[@kerrynewell-wildlifeartist]

Hi there, thank you for watching my video and for taking the time to leave such encouraging feedback - truly appreciated xXx

[@613toot]

What a lovely artist and so interesting to listen to.Love to try pastels or pastel pencils one day

[@kerrynewell-wildlifeartist]

Judith Dodds awe thank you for your lovely comment, truly appreciated. Hopefully my videos will encourage and inspire you to give pastels a try. Be blessed xXx

[@doreenlorenzo2501]

Please make many more videos.l have learned so much from this tutorial.

[@kerrynewell-wildlifeartist]

Doreen Lorenzo thank you so very much for your kind and encouraging comment. I’m so glad you’ve found my videos helpful 😊 I would love to have the time to make more, hopefully during this period of lockdown, between gallery work and commissions, I may be able to xXx

[@BadboyComics]

Congratulations Kerry! Loved the video, your work is always awesome! :)

[@kerrynewell-wildlifeartist]

Awe thank you Dave!! Your comment is truly appreciated :-) xXx

[@robertrongier6374]

Gorgeous demo Kerry i m a fan of your work for over 10 ys or so I always wanted to see you painting IRL but it was complicated as we re living far away TY for sharing this demo on Utube xx

[@kerrynewell-wildlifeartist]

Thank you Roger, your encouraging comment and ongoing support is truly appreciated xXx

[@karenrichardson6767]

Loved this video. Easy to listen to and understand the process.

[@kerrynewell-wildlifeartist]

Awe thank you Karen, your encouraging comment is truly appreciated xXx

[@karenrichardson6767]

@@kerrynewell-wildlifeartist I really hope you will do more videos and I know others do to. Not many have the gift of teaching. I would encourage you to keep going and when you have enough videos under your belt, start a patreon channel.

[@bernadetteduty4095]

Your work is fantastic. Love it so much. It really makes me want to try pastels.

[@kerrynewell-wildlifeartist]

Awe thank you Bernadette, your comment is truly appreciated. I hope you find time to give pastels a try, I'm sure you'll enjoy using them xXx

[@bernadetteduty4095]

@@kerrynewell-wildlifeartist Thanks to you for sharing your video for all us amateur artists & all others as well.

[@margaretbrownhill1193]

I am so glad I found your channel, I’ve got a sample pack of the velour coming from the SAA and I’ve be3n so nervous @bout using it because I’ve heard how difficult it is. It’s wonderful seeing up close what you do and your calm relaxed way of e plaining things, thsnkyou so much for explaining this, I hope you do many more videos

[@margaretbrownhill1193]

I have so loved this tutorial, I’m sorry I can’t attend one of your workshops , but I am disabled and virtually housebound so all of my art learning has to be on line. I just want to express my appreciation for uploading this video, I will watch the others and hope and pray that you will be able to produce more in the future, or even start a patreon site which I would p,edge to. I just love your practical, warm down to earth approach to teaching, thankyou so much

[@kerrynewell-wildlifeartist]

Hi there Margaret thank you so very much for watching my video and for leaving such wonderful feedback - truly appreciated :-) There are more videos on the way I promise, things this end haven't panned out the way I planned … not complaining though. With three large commissions on the go and now also working for a friend I'm now working seven days a week. I can see a light at the end of the tunnel so hopefully you wont have to wait too long until I can get back to concentrating on my KZbin channel. Until then I wish you all the best with your pastel adventure :-) I didn't like velour the very first time I used it as it felt so different to everything else I'd tried. However after my second attempt I was smitten lol. Best wishes Kerry xXx

[@melware4166]

Excellent, really enjoyed this, thankyou x

[@kerrynewell-wildlifeartist]

Thank you Mel, your comment is truly appreciated xXx

[@MsTigergirl1]

Wonderful parrot 😊. 💗

[@kerrynewell-wildlifeartist]

Awe thank you Chrissy, truly appreciated xXx

[@margaretbrownhill1193]

I’m just watching this again, your instructions are so good, I’m plucking up the courage to do a swallowtail butterfly Thst I’ve been wanting to do for a while. I got myself a Mahle stick it will not only stop my hand resting on what I’ve already done but will keep my hand steady too lol. I have been following you with interest and look forward hopefully to you doing more videos

[@kerrynewell-wildlifeartist]

Good morning Margaret, I look forward to seeing your Swallowtail Butterfly once its done 😊 Glad to hear you've purchased a Mahl stick (I wouldn't be without mine) Every time I make plans to complete my next project for KZbin something gets in the way, maybe I should do a quick 'guide to' one for now? What do you think? xXx

[@margaretbrownhill1193]

I think Thst would be a really good idea. I’ve also watched a couple of videos by a person who does wildlife pastel portraits on velour who says that you cant use the best quality soft pastels like sennelier and unison on velour, these are the two brands I have, I have about twenty eight Caran d’Ache pastel pencils, I’ve been tempted to go for a cheaper option but I’m holding out and will get the rest in two stages over the next two months. I know both yourself and Emma Colbert use pastels like unison on velour to good effect and I think this misperception needs to be addressed Thst it won’t take the better quality pastels. In relation to my swallowtail I’m a bit unsure of how to do the mottled effect on the parts of the wings ie pale yellow over black or over the blue at the bottom part of the wings. I think I will cut a strip off the sheet of velour and practice lol, or should I use pastelmat would Thst be easier either way it is a dilemma of how best to proceed lol

[@kerrynewell-wildlifeartist]

Good morning Margaret, glad you agree with my video 'guide' idea ☺️ As for Unison - I love using them on Velour and have no issues with them. Admittedly Sennelier can be a little too soft, as can Schmincke. Regarding your Swallowtail butterfly, if I were you I'd take a sample piece of each of your papers and try out your selected pastel colours and techniques. I'd probably be drawn more towards the pastelmat if you want your butterfly to be vibrant and life-like. xXx

[@margaretbrownhill1193]

Kerry Newell - Professional Wildlife Artist Thsnkyou Kerry I think I had reached Thst conclusion myself I appreciate you getting back to me on this

[@andreawebber1876]

Really enjoyed your video well done, just the right amount of speed ed up. I will follow you more and I have subscribed

[@kerrynewell-wildlifeartist]

Andrea Webber thank you so very much for watching my video, subscribing and for leaving such an encouraging comment - truly appreciated ☺️ xXx

[@emillyrebbeca324]

Only just came across this video and I loved it, keep it up. Good stuff. Will check out all the other videos.

[@kerrynewell-wildlifeartist]

Hi there Emilly I hope you are well. Thank you for watching my video and for leaving such an encouraging comment - truly appreciated xxx

[@dawnolmsted7222]

OOOOOO MYYYY GOSHHHHHHH Kerry ................You totally rocked this !!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Your very first video !!!! But you must give details on the velour board you are working on .......I need to order some !!!! I have used the white what they call Suede Mat board is it the same ? I just knew you could sooooooo do this !!! LOVE LOVE LOVE it !!! Already shared it on my FB page Can't wait for the next one !!!! LOL SOOOO loved to hear your voice after all the chats we have had !! So many best wishes for your future because you have got it ! All the way form North Carolina in the USA Dawn Olmsted !!!!

[@kerrynewell-wildlifeartist]

Dawn Olmsted Awe thank you Dawn and thank you for sharing too :-). The velour is listed below the video and is slightly different to the suede you've been using. I've been given some other samples to sample and review by the same company that are pastel friendly - so more news/videos on that soon ;-) Love and hugs from across the waves xXx

[@watercolourartincapetown2919]

Stunning 🐦 !! Found you over on the frugal crafter!

[@kerrynewell-wildlifeartist]

Watercolour Art in Cape Town awe thank you. Yes I love Lindsay’s channel, her art style and relaxed chatter are truly absorbing xXx

[@thomasstone975]

That was so cool. I can't draw to save my life. But I will tell my friends to check it out. From across the pond.

[@kerrynewell-wildlifeartist]

Awe thank you for that Thomas, truly appreciated xXx

[@paulsawford7827]

Awesome Kerry. I just recently bought some pastels and was wondering about the process. Just perfect :-)

[@kerrynewell-wildlifeartist]

paul sawford Awe thank you Paul, I look forward to seeing your work and if your photography's anything to go by .... Lol no pressure 😉 xXx

[@garyrimmer981]

fantastic sweetheart. Loved watching this. xxxx

[@kerrynewell-wildlifeartist]

Gary Rimmer Awe thank you babe xXxXx

[@MartinesFineArt]

Kerry, beautiful video!!! Never mind about filming or editing issues... it's so very informative.. no one will ever care . ❤️. Last year I painted this one in oils... but now I want to try this one in pastels too😀. Can't wait to see your next video!

[@kerrynewell-wildlifeartist]

Martines Fine Art Awe thank you Martine! Your support and words of encouragement are truly appreciated xXx

[@kerrynewell-wildlifeartist]

My second video is now live :-) Now I need to buy a microphone before beginning the voiceover for my third one xXx

[@LindaSparks-uf6bt]

Use compressed canned air to erase on velour. For tiny spots. Use an ear bulb.

[@kerrynewell-wildlifeartist]

Thank you xXx

[@watercolourartincapetown2919]

I have a few pastel pencils, this makes me sooo curious And lol to using a hoover to “erase” , people can be pretty creative indeed

[@kerrynewell-wildlifeartist]

Watercolour Art in Cape Town thank you for taking the time to watch my KZbin videos, truly appreciated. Looking forward to seeing your pastel pencil creations xXx

[@bamabev79]

Ok, now this is my favorite!😁 You are amazing!! You make it look like it's as easy as a paint by number but, I know it isn't that simple! Absolutely gorgeous!! Where do you find the velour paper? I've never seen it before!

[@kerrynewell-wildlifeartist]

Awe I'm glad you've found your favourite 😊 I do hope I make it look easy, not wanting to simplify my explanations too much as I don't want to come across as patronising lol. As you've probably noticed this velour paper gives a slightly different finish to the pastel mat. I buy mine from the SAA, Jacksons or Great Art (links to follow) whichever site has the best price at any given time xXx SAA - www.saa.co.uk Jackson's - www.jacksonsart.com Great Art - www.greatart.co.uk/index.php?lang=0&cl=search&searchparam=velour

[@bamabev79]

@@kerrynewell-wildlifeartist Thank you so much! You are a great teacher so don't worry about sounding patronizing at all! I ordered the paper & cannot wait to watch your video again as I try my hand at this! If I can do 1/10th as good as yours, I'll be happy!😁

[@kerrynewell-wildlifeartist]

@@bamabev79 Wonderful! I look forward to seeing your project and don't forget to enjoy the journey 😊 xXx

[@johanneremillard263]

Hi Kerry😀 do you use a fixative at the end to protect your pastel drawing?

[@kerrynewell-wildlifeartist]

Hi there Johanne, thank you for watching my videos and for taking the time to leave feedback. Regarding your question, I personally don't use fixative unless the finished painting is being shipped abroad, then I use a light spray coat of Winsor & Newton fixative.

[@candicecurran6834]

Love your videos! I such bad headaches since drawing i think its because im siting at a desk and probably sloutching.....do you work off an easel standing up then for most of your drawing time? Thanks!

[@kerrynewell-wildlifeartist]

Candice Curran hi there, thank you for watching my videos and for taking the time to leave a comment - truly appreciated ☺️ Sorry to hear that you are experiencing headaches. 95% of the time I work upright at an easel, so maybe this position could help you, also make sure to have adequate lighting so that you don’t strain your eyes. I rely on daylight bulbs. When working at my easel I have an overhead 4 foot fluorescent daylight tube attached to the ceiling. Stay safe & stay creative xXx

[@RaymondOreFineArt]

Amazing work, I tried velour in the past and wasn't that keen. I think I'll give it another go I have some left

[@kerrynewell-wildlifeartist]

Raymond Ore Fine Art Awe thank you Raymond, truly appreciated, looking forward to seeing your work xXx

[@davidpeake3664]

Excellent tutorial Kerry. I bet it must be a terrifying thing to do for the first time. Well done, have subscribed.

[@kerrynewell-wildlifeartist]

Awe thank you David!! Yes it's all new to me, I'm now filming my second which should hopefully go live next week :-) xXx

[@LindaPhillabaum]

Do you use spray fixative when it's done, or how do you seal it?

[@kerrynewell-wildlifeartist]

Hi there Linda, I don't personally use a fixative, but yes you can if it makes you feel more comfortable when framing and hanging your work. I would recommend only using a fixative spray that has been specifically designed for use on pastel such as the one by Winsor & Newton. I hope this information is of use to you xXx

[@ArtandKitchen_]

what soft pastels are those

[@kerrynewell-wildlifeartist]

Hi there Mara, I use a mixture of soft pastels but mostly Unison and Winsor & Newton xXx

[@mickward3630]

Can you use Panpastels on Velour?

[@kerrynewell-wildlifeartist]

Hi there, thank you for your enquiry - you could use panpastels on velour, but personally I wouldn’t as they may fill the tooth of the paper a little too quickly. I prefer to use Clairefontaine pastelmat paper and now very rarely feel the need to use velour paper. I hope you find this information helpful xXx

[@Ms.Mel.Creates]

I didn’t have luck using the sponges to blend pan pastels on velour but I think I didn’t apply enough before trying to blend it. It worked ok when I used my finger to pick up the pan pastel and applied it directly that way in thin layers then blended.