Bobcat Running in the Snow - Work in Progress

Hello All,

It's been a while since I posted "work in progress" so I thought I would post my newest piece I'm working on.

This is done with 100% Colored Pencil on white Clairefontaine Pastelmat Card and the size is 12" x 18". The image is the first one above, and it's what I've gotten done so far, it's the upper left area of the artwork. I've also posted a closeup (second image down, above) so you can take a look at the snow flakes I have done so far.

I haven't come up with a title yet but do have several in mind. Here is a list of the titles I have come up with so far, maybe you can help me out:

• Stay on Track
• Snow Much Fun
• Dashing Thru the Snow
• Pawsitively Chilly
• Up to Snow Good
• Wild at Heart
• Winter Wonderland 
• Rise and Glide
• Snow Way Out
• Frosty Fun
• Paradise Doesn’t Have to be Tropical 

The reference photo I used to create this work was taken by myself while visiting Triple D Wildlife in Montana. I was there in January 2018 and I absolutely had a blast. I have to say it was interesting, for this California girl, to be there in the snow. I got a ton of photos while I was there, and I'm sure, I will do more artwork from that photo shoot. At this point I've already done 4 others. The reference photo used is below.

If you have any questions or comments don't hesitate to speak up.

Keep Scribbling!

Gemma

New SOAR Workshop coming up!

Good News! I'm going to be teaching a workshop in Cedar Rapids, IA, June 29-30, 2019. 

Come join us! 
Go to this link for more info: 

https://annkullberg.com/pages/soar

Online Video Course

Hi All,

I am so excited that my new online video course will soon be released.  I can't tell you to much about the details, at this time, other than it will be a course on animals and will be released in April.  I will soon have a contest to win the course for free, so please keep checking back.  The course will be thru http://craftsy.com which is a great company!  If you should decide to buy the course once you buy it is yours to play and replay as many times as you want.

The other thing I wanted to remind you of is my new book on Cats both wild and domestic is now available.  You can get a signed copy of the book thru my website at this link:  http://glassgems.net/workshops.html

Here is one of the projects from the book:

The Aristocats

Don't forget to Keep Scribbling!!!
Gemma, CPSA, AFC

My Book is Finally Released!!

A Signed Copy Now Available Online!

Hi Everyone!

Well my book is finally available online!  You can purchase a signed copy from my website at this link:  http://glassgems.net/workshops.html

I am so thrilled that it is now released, I hope you enjoy it.  

You can only get a signed copy from my website but it is also available at:
http://annkullberg.com/collections/books-more/products/cp-cats

Or... it can also be purchased at Amazon and Barnes and Noble.

Here's a summary of you can find inside the book:

• Learn 11 different kinds of strokes to use when drawing cats.
• 16 mini-demos & 4 full step-by-steps.
• Over 180 images included.
• Practice and perfect the art of drawing expressive cat eyes.
• Create soft blended backgrounds for your cat portraits with confidence and skill.

Every step accompanied by large, beautiful drawings and easy-to-follow, comprehensive instruction. CP Cats is a thorough, generous book that's destined to soon become used, worn and well-loved. You'll be creating award-winning portraits of your favorite felines in no time!

Don't forget..... Keep Scribbling
Gemma 

CP Cats! A Complete Colored Pencil Guide to Wild and Domestic Cats

Preliminary Cover to My New Book

Hi All,

The book is now with the editor.  It's getting real close to being released.

Keep checking back for the announcement of when it's available. 

You can also sign up for my email list so I can send you an email when it's officially released.  You can sign up for my email list at this link (scroll down to the bottom of the page):  http://glassgems.net/workshops.html

It's such a relief to have it so close to being done!!  Don't forget to Keep Scribbling!!
Gemma
 

Status on My Book!

Hello All,

Many of you have inquired about my own book, The Complete Colored Pencil Guide to Cats; Wild and Domestic.

I had to put the book on hold for a while because of some family illnesses but I am now back on track.  I have completed 6 out of the 8 chapters and hope to have the book completed by the end of the year.

Here's a sneak peak of one of the full projects in the book:

Sunshine at the Window Sill

Don't forget to keep Scribbling!!
Gemma

The Colored Pencil Cruise is Filling up Quickly!!!

This Colored Pencil Cruise is filling up quickly, if you were thinking about joining us there are only 5 spots left!!  Come join us these cruises are always a blast!

8 Day Bahama Workshop Cruise

Join us on the Royal Caribbean Serenade of the Seas

March 22-29, 2014

Info & registration: 1-800-253-0116, or http://annkullberg.com/pages/colored-pencil-workshop-cruises

$909 includes all three workshops!  (Interior stateroom/double occupancy, price subject to availability, taxes and departure fees are additional; group rate available for guests not taking workshops) 

Just the facts: 

Departure Port: New Orleans

Visiting Ports: Key West, Florida,  Nassau - Bahamas, Coco Cay - Bahamas

Workshops conducted on the three "At Sea" days.  No workshops held during port days.

Workshop hours:  9:00 to 3:00  /  Workshop location: Conference Center on board

Instructors:  Ann Kullberg, Gemma Gylling & Gretchen Parker

Class size firmly limited to 24. Non-workshop participants are more than welcome.
Bring a spouse, a friend...your mom! 

Colored Pencil Workshop Cruise

8 Day Bahama Workshop Cruise

Join us on the Royal Caribbean Serenade of the Seas

March 22-29, 2014

Info & registration: 1-800-253-0116, or http://annkullberg.com/pages/colored-pencil-workshop-cruises

 

$909 includes all three workshops!  (Interior stateroom/double occupancy, price subject to availability, taxes and departure fees are additional; group rate available for guests not taking workshops) 

 

Just the facts: 

Departure Port: New Orleans

Visiting Ports: Key West, Florida,  Nassau - Bahamas, Coco Cay - Bahamas

Workshops conducted on the three "At Sea" days.  No workshops held during port days.

Workshop hours:  9:00 to 3:00  /  Workshop location: Conference Center on board

Instructors:  Ann Kullberg, Gemma Gylling & Gretchen Parker

 

Class size firmly limited to 24. Non-workshop participants are more than welcome.
Bring a spouse, a friend...your mom! 

Sneak Peek to CP Cats Book

Domestic Cat, Green Eye

Hi All,

I know it's been a while since I have posted on my blog so.... I thought I would let you all know what I have been up to.

I have been very busy writing my book "CP Cats, the Complete Colored Pencil Guide to Wild and Domestic Cats".

With all of the requirements to creating a book, I really haven't had much time to do any other drawing.  I thought I would at least post a sneak peak of one of the demos in the book.  This image is the completed drawing for the domestic cat, green eye.

The book will include several exercises on how to do eyes, noses, ears, fur, several complete projects and much much more.  I'll keep you all posted as to when you can pre-order a copy of the book.

If you have any questions, let me know and most of all..... Keep Scribbling!!
Gemma

My New Book

Hi All,

It's official... I just signed the contract to create this book.  The publisher is annkullberg.com.

I have already started working on it but it will most likely take 8-12 months to complete.  I'll let you all know when the you can pre-order / order your copy.

Right now I'm looking for some really great cat photos so I can use them as reference material for the book.  If you have a photo (that you are willing to share) of your cat that is in good focus and is a high resolution file please send it to me at gemma@glassgems.net.

I'm really excited about creating this book... I hope it will be a success.  Don't forget.... Keep Scribbling!!
Gemma