Welcome to Critter Country!
I'm excited to share techniques I've developed over the last several years that have been instrumental in my journey of creating quirky and whimsical critters. This four lesson class begins with loose drawing and finishes by putting all the lessons together to create final works of art. If you'd like to get loose, have some fun and play, while bringing unique critters to life, this is the class for you. We highly encourage using photos of your own critters for inspiration. You can explore creating many different kinds of animals. As a matter of fact, these techniques can be applied to your favorite topics and in a variety of mediums. Artists of all levels of experience are welcome. Please note: The Facebook Group is no longer available. Instructor: Jennifer Steck Open: All lessons are available so you can work at your own pace Content: Four lessons with techniques that build on each other Videos: Downloadable videos with over 2 hours of instruction-
12" x 9" Mixed media including collage 140# watercolor paper Professionally framed - Floated on off white mat in 1" black frame, UV protection glass - Framed size- 18.5" x 15.5" Ready to hang Sometimes, I just need to live with and love a painting for a while—and "In the Doghouse" is one of those pieces. It reflects where I was in my creative journey back in 2019… yes, 2019! Now, it's time to let this piece meet up with someone new who can enjoy it as much as I have. If you're someone who loves following an artist's evolution, this painting offers a glimpse into that moment in time and invites you to celebrate the process right alongside me. This pup? He loves being home—safe and content in his own space. With one brown eye and one blue, he sees the world just a bit differently. Some days are made for adventure. Others are meant for curling up where you can let your hair down and just be comfortably, completely you. -
What I love about this class is we don't know what critters will develop from abstracted backgrounds and loose play. We'll be working our way through several projects that highlight different techniques I use in many of my paintings. Your creations will be much different than mine. My hope is always that you'll find several nuggets in class that move you to another level in your creative journey. Not only will we develop critters who don't exist in real life, we can also gain inspiration from our furry family members. Join me in this fun and relaxed class where perfection is not required, or even desired. We are here to have fun and enjoy our time creating new works of art.Critterfied is a class where we play through loose and fun techniques bringing quirky critters to life. The class includes pre-recorded videos that are available at your convenience as soon as you register. Please note: The FB Group is no longer active.Lesson 1: Background Magic
- Creating abstract backgrounds
- Finding critters and characters in the paint
- Bringing them to life
Lesson 2:Â Stretching the Truth
- Sketch play
- Critterfying your critters
- A treasured gift
Lesson 3: Bits and Pieces
- Focusing on the details
- Body pieces and parts
- Constructing unique and fabulous critters
Lesson 4: Telling the story
- Building the set
- Adding the characters
- The final act
Supplies:
As always, please use what you have. Some of the most amazing magic happens when we are creative in the way we make things work.
Acrylic paints in a variety of your favorite colors (I use Golden high flow and fluid acrylics) Acrylic inks White gesso Matte medium Stabilo Marks all Pencil in black and white or other water soluble pencils 140# Watercolor or Mixed media paper Water bottle Spray fixative Pencil Eraser Black ink Nib pen with a 512 tip
Instructor: Jennifer Steck Content: Four lessons that will follow four projects from start to finish Videos: Downloadable videos with over 9 hours of instruction For artists of all levels
I can't wait to see you in class!
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Lessons one through six of Jennifer's popular Lessons From Dogs series are now wearable art! Celebrate the furry critters who love us more than we deserve and teach us amazing things we need to know. We are better people because of them. Forty percent of net proceeds will be donated to A Place to Bark from now until the end of June, 2021. Please allow two weeks for production and shipping. This t-shirt is everything you've dreamed of and more. It feels soft and lightweight, with the right amount of stretch. It's comfortable and flattering for both men and women. • 100% combed and ring-spun cotton (Heather colors contain polyester) • Ash color is 99% combed and ring-spun cotton, 1% polyester • Heather colors are 52% combed and ring-spun cotton, 48% polyester • Athletic and Black Heather are 90% combed and ring-spun cotton, 10% polyester • Heather Prism colors are 99% combed and ring-spun cotton, 1% polyester • Fabric weight: 4.2 oz (142 g/m2) • Pre-shrunk fabric • Shoulder-to-shoulder taping • Side-seamed Please contact me for international shipping rates.
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Lessons one through six of Jennifer's popular Lessons From Dogs series are now wearable art! Celebrate the furry critters who love us more than we deserve and teach us amazing things we need to know. We are better people because of them. Percentage of net proceeds will be donated to a variety of charities, with A Place to Bark the rescue for May-June 2021. Please allow two weeks for production and shipping. This t-shirt is everything you've dreamed of and more. It feels soft and lightweight, with the right amount of stretch. It's comfortable and flattering for both men and women. • 100% combed and ring-spun cotton (Heather colors contain polyester) • Ash color is 99% combed and ring-spun cotton, 1% polyester • Heather colors are 52% combed and ring-spun cotton, 48% polyester • Athletic and Black Heather are 90% combed and ring-spun cotton, 10% polyester • Heather Prism colors are 99% combed and ring-spun cotton, 1% polyester • Fabric weight: 4.2 oz (142 g/m2) • Pre-shrunk fabric • Shoulder-to-shoulder taping • Side-seamed Enrich your wardrobe with a versatile long sleeve tee. For a casual look, combine it with your favorite jeans, and layer it with a button-up shirt, a zip-up hoodie, or a snazzy jacket. Dress it up with formal trousers or chinos to achieve a more professional look. This t-shirt is everything you've dreamed of and more. It feels soft and lightweight, with the right amount of stretch. It's comfortable and flattering for both men and women. • 100% combed and ring-spun cotton (Heather colors contain polyester) • Ash color is 99% combed and ring-spun cotton, 1% polyester • Heather colors are 52% combed and ring-spun cotton, 48% polyester • Athletic and Black Heather are 90% combed and ring-spun cotton, 10% polyester • Heather Prism colors are 99% combed and ring-spun cotton, 1% polyester • Fabric weight: 4.2 oz (142 g/m2) • Pre-shrunk fabric • Shoulder-to-shoulder taping • Side-seamed• 100% combed and ring-spun cotton • Heather colors are 52% combed and ring-spun cotton, 48% polyester • Athletic Heather is 90% combed and ring-spun cotton, 10% polyester • 32 singles • Retail fit • Crew neck • Cover-stitched collar • 2'' ribbed cuffs • Side-seamed Please contact me for international shipping rates.
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12" x 9" Acrylic On 140# watercolor paper Framed with a white mat and blue frame Ready to hang Please contact me for international shipping rates. -
One of my priorities is to travel to the wild places in the world. I've been lucky enough to visit the African continent several times. I remember the first time I saw a kudu in the wild. They are incredibly powerful animals with the most beautiful horns and markings. Somehow, seeing them always adds more magic to each trip. This is the first, of what I hope will be many, paintings of the incredible critters in the wild that inspire my love of animals. 18" x 6" Signed limited edition Giclee print On 1 1/2" gallery wrapped canvas Ready to hang Edition limited to 50 Please contact me for international shipping rates -
Hello It's Me is a perfect fit as wearable art. I'm so excited to include this offering on my site. 40% of net proceeds will be donated to animal rescue organizations. This t-shirt is everything you've dreamed of and more. It feels soft and lightweight, with the right amount of stretch. It's comfortable and flattering for both men and women.
• 100% combed and ring-spun cotton (Heather colors contain polyester)
• Ash color is 99% combed and ring-spun cotton, 1% polyester
• Heather colors are 52% combed and ring-spun cotton, 48% polyester
• Athletic and Black Heather are 90% combed and ring-spun cotton, 10% polyester
• Heather Prism colors are 99% combed and ring-spun cotton, 1% polyester
• Fabric weight: 4.2 oz (142 g/m2)
• Pre-shrunk fabric
• Side-seamed construction
• Shoulder-to-shoulder taping -
I'm excited to add the Hello It's Me design as wearable art. I love this painting and is certain to be a fabulous conversation starter. 40% of net proceeds will be donated to animal rescue organizations. This t-shirt is everything you've dreamed of and more. It feels soft and lightweight, with the right amount of stretch. It's comfortable and flattering for both men and women.
• 100% combed and ring-spun cotton (Heather colors contain polyester)
• Ash color is 99% combed and ring-spun cotton, 1% polyester
• Heather colors are 52% combed and ring-spun cotton, 48% polyester
• Athletic and Black Heather are 90% combed and ring-spun cotton, 10% polyester
• Heather Prism colors are 99% combed and ring-spun cotton, 1% polyester
• Fabric weight: 4.2 oz (142 g/m2)
• Pre-shrunk fabric
• Side-seamed construction
• Shoulder-to-shoulder taping -
Sherman was never one to shy from attention as the social butterfly of the family. I have one dog who always pushes her way to the front, whether it's to lead during a walk or to get some cuddling. 18" x 18" Mixed media On 140# watercolor paper Floated on lime green mat in beautiful textured black frame Finished size approximately 25" x 25" Please contact me for international shipping. -
Dog-versity, a painting that celebrates the beauty found in differences, is now available as a t-shirt!
This t-shirt is everything you've dreamed of and more. It feels soft and lightweight, with the right amount of stretch. It's comfortable and flattering for both men and women.
• 100% combed and ring-spun cotton (Heather colors contain polyester)
• Ash color is 99% combed and ring-spun cotton, 1% polyester
• Heather colors are 52% combed and ring-spun cotton, 48% polyester
• Athletic and Black Heather are 90% combed and ring-spun cotton, 10% polyester
• Heather Prism colors are 99% combed and ring-spun cotton, 1% polyester
• Fabric weight: 4.2 oz (142 g/m2)
• Pre-shrunk fabric
• Side-seamed construction
• Shoulder-to-shoulder taping -
Dog-versity, the painting that celebrates the beauty found in the differences, is now a t-shirt!
This t-shirt is everything you've dreamed of and more. It feels soft and lightweight, with the right amount of stretch. It's comfortable and flattering for both men and women.
• 100% combed and ring-spun cotton (Heather colors contain polyester)
• Ash color is 99% combed and ring-spun cotton, 1% polyester
• Heather colors are 52% combed and ring-spun cotton, 48% polyester
• Athletic and Black Heather are 90% combed and ring-spun cotton, 10% polyester
• Heather Prism colors are 99% combed and ring-spun cotton, 1% polyester
• Fabric weight: 4.2 oz (142 g/m2)
• Pre-shrunk fabric
• Side-seamed construction
• Shoulder-to-shoulder taping
