Watch the first coat of varnish go on Oscar’s portrait — a recent commission painted in oils. I’m using Gamvar Satin Varnish by Gamblin, which gives a beautiful even finish without too much shine. I typically apply 2–3 thin coats, allowing each layer to fully dry before the next. It’s one of my favourite steps — the colours instantly deepen and come to life. To enquire about commissions or browse my available original art, visit: https://www.mazartstudio.com/commission-petportraits

Blocking in the first colour layer on this beauty! This stage lays the foundation before I can start refining with details. Everything needs to dry fully before I dive into the second layer. This horse will be the grande finale of my upcoming Intermediate Pet Portrait Course — can’t wait for you to see how it turns out!

Watch the underpainting stage of this detailed horse portrait using just raw umber and white. This beautiful dark horse, set against a snowy backdrop, will be part of my upcoming Intermediate Pet Portrait Course at MazArt Academy. Join me at https://mazartacademy.com for in-depth tutorials and learn how to create realistic portraits in oils.

Watch the very first stage of this Bichon Frisé portrait come to life using just raw umber and white. This underpainting lays the foundation for Oscar’s final oil portrait—capturing the light, shadow, and character before any colour is

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