Zebra Project
by Pauline Roods
Derivan Acrylic paint is specially suited for graphic-style art projects where ease of use, paint consistency, fast drying time and subtle semi matt finish can produce professional results at any level of expertise.
A very easy to follow painting project where you can have an enjoyable creative time. We have provided a downloadable template of the design so all you need to do is trace it off and you can get started with your project.
YOU WILL NEED:
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Downloadable template (use link below).
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1 x Primed Stretched Canvas 12”x16” (30x40cm).
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1 x 6B Pencil.
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1 x HB Pencil.
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Derivan Polymer Gloss Varnish.
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Derivan Acrylic Paints in White, Black & Yellow Deep.
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Round bristle brushes in sizes 2, 6, 12 and Flat bristle brushes in sizes 8 and 12.
CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD ZEBRA STEPS
CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD ZEBRA TEMPLATE
Step 1
On the back of your printed template sheet, follow
the outline of the image, then using a 6B graphite
pencil, shade the entire area ready to transfer the
design to the canvas.
Step 2
Once you completed shading, place the image
(template) on the canvas shaded side down.
Using the 2B pencil (or pen), trace the outside
(main zebra outline shape) “ONLY” onto your
canvas. Leave all stripe and shape details for a
later step.
Step 3
Using Derivan Acrylic Yellow Deep colour, begin
painting the main background area without
forgetting the side edges of the canvas. Try to brush
each coat as smooth as possible. The background
may require at least three coats.
Step 4
Paint the inside of the outline traced zebra
silhouette with Derivan Acrylic White. At least
three coats are required to obtain an opaque and
well covered result. This will be the base for your
zebra stripes and other details.
Step 5
Once these painted sections have thoroughly
dried, place the shaded image template back on
the canvas matching up with the painted zebra
silhouette and then trace all inside details onto it.
Step 6
Using Derivan Acrylic Black and a ne and medium
size brush, carefully paint in the lines and ll in the
zebra stripes including the mane and eye. Don’t
forget to continue painting the design over to
cover the canvas edges as well.