Discover How to Add Life, Expression, and Personality to Your Dog Portraits
Renowned animal artist Johanne Mangi will show you her complete process for bringing a dog portrait to life.
Painting a convincing dog portrait isn’t easy … but it can be.
You’ve probably encountered at least one (if not all) of these common problems artists face when painting dogs:
All of that culminates in an amateurish dog portrait.
The artist may be subconsciously making connections between a dog’s features and human features, causing human characteristics to leak into the dog portrait.
Or the artist tries to portray dog features in an idealized or generalized fashion, as opposed to what the eye actually sees. For example, all dogs’ upper mouths are posterior-shaped, all dogs’ noses look like black buttons, the muzzle area protrudes from the upper face, etc.
Or, probably the most common reason, the artist simply doesn’t understand the characteristics of a dog!
Painting dogs is not as easy as slapping on a few paints.
They deserve closer study, especially if you want to capture your pet’s unique personality properly on canvas.
Thankfully, there’s a way to paint your beautiful canine and capture their best features that you love so much.
In fact, even if you’re completely new to painting dogs, the right guidance could quickly speed up your understanding.
And don’t forget: Painting dog portraits can be an extremely lucrative skill.
Many dog owners would love to have a portrait of their beloved pet, but few artists can pull it off well.
The master artist responsible for the success the artists below have experienced is the legendary Johanne Mangi – renowned for being one of the world’s top dog portrait painters.
Check out this amazing review by Robert Frank:
“This class is just what I needed to get me moving forward with dog paintings. Johanne’s technique is just wonderful. I posted a painting of my dog on social media and immediately started getting commissions. Thank you, Johanne.”
Here’s another by Barbara Dawkins:
“The enthusiasm was a great place to start. She was fun, and her drawing was what I needed. After watching this video a number of times, I was able to paint the portrait of a dog that I was paid a commission for. Thank you.”
Here’s why she’s the perfect instructor for you:
Who is Johanne Mangi?
Johanne Mangi with her gorgeous model, Sam the Wonder Dog!
Dogs have always been an important part of Johanne’s life.
She’s well known for having dogs at her workshops, which, according to her, “is an extremely important element for keeping the paintings fresh and alive.”
She’s not just saying that…
Her skilled brushwork makes her canine portraits “pop” with life, character, and expression.
She has an amazing ability to capture the soul of the animal and place it onto the canvas, a skill that can turn your dog portrait into a treasured heirloom.
If you have the chance to watch her paint, you’ll agree that she has a great understanding of how a dog feels and moves.
She has a keen eye for capturing elements of the dog most artists miss, which is why Johanne is such an incredible teacher.
Her art education has been self-directed … working and studying with Kathy Anderson, Scott Burdick, Michelle Dunaway, Daniel J. Keys, Christine Lafuente, Sue Lyon, and Colley Whisson of Australia.
In addition, she has hosted workshops with brilliant artists such as David Shevlino, Charlie Hunter, and Stanley Bielen.
She has also studied extensively with Sherrie McGraw (drawing and painting) and considers her a prized mentor.
Today, she’s a valued juried member of the Salmagundi Club NYC, Oil Painters of America, and American Impressionist Society, as well as the Portrait Society of America.
Johanne teaches throughout the U.S., currently including Village Arts of Putney, Scottsdale Artists’ School in Arizona, Whidbey Island Fine Art Studio in Washington, Madeline Island School of Art in Wisconsin, and Creative Arts Center in Cape Cod, Massachusetts.
The lucky few who have attended Johanne’s workshops all agree that she’s an absolutely phenomenal instructor.
Just check out what expert artist Susan Gordon said:
“I have drawn and painted animals for decades, and know all the ‘rules’ of masterful art. But something about Johanne’s methods and teaching ability has helped me tweak a few elements in my own approach to the subject, and I have been thrilled with virtually instant results.
“I thoroughly enjoyed her lively presentation and was completely captivated while watching her demonstration and listening to her talk about the hows and whys of what she was doing. Her enthusiasm is infectious and her style is absolutely brilliant.”
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The Fine Art of Painting Dog Portraits
This best-selling video is simply a must-have if you want to paint dogs successfully.
Inside, Johanne will reveal her entire process in great detail as she demonstrates the painting you see above.
What can you expect inside?
We couldn’t have said it better than this amazing review by fellow artist Leslie:
“What really moved me about Johanne’s dog portrait DVD is her ability to teach simply; simply not because her painting method is an easy 1-2-3 connect the dots, but simply because her approach is very easy to understand as she explains things very well.
“She arms you with her knowledge and holds nothing back. Using a minimal palette, she creates depth to her painting. Perhaps the most important lesson is understanding your values. Color will not hold up in a painting unless the values are correct, and she stresses this valuable point throughout the video.
“Johanne emphasizes not feeling married to your painting at any given stage. Remaining mentally flexible, and the ability to accept a roundabout route, change directions at any given time, and move forward is key. As she states, it is only paint, forgiving by nature, and easily manipulated.
“In closing, what I enjoy most from Johanne’s video is that she comes across naturally, feeling comfortable in her own skin as if she were speaking only to the person in front of her. I highly recommend this video.”
– Leslie
“Johanna is an excellent instructor! Very informative video! She was very concise in her teaching method and explained everything in a fun but interesting way that held my attention. I am usually a still life or figure painter, so painting dogs is relatively new for me. She has a carefree style to her painting that makes the animal come to life!”
– Tricia Tierney
“One of the best videos I have seen in a long time. Johanne really explains how to put the paint down, values, the form of an animal, and how to have fun with your painting. Thank you for doing such a great job.”
– Cher Bettencourt
What You’ll Discover in Johanne Mangi’s
The Fine Art of Painting Dog Portraits
Dog Anatomy 101 for Artists
Johanne intimately understands how a dog moves – which is important when painting successful dog portraits.
She’ll show you must-know parts of the dog. Unskilled artists often miss them, leading to a final painting that looks “off” or childish.
Johanne will walk you through the form of a dog in great detail, so you’ll know exactly what to look for when painting them.
You’ll also discover how each part of the dog catches the light differently … specific areas of the body that can easily fool you … and what you must do before you paint.
After watching this section, you’ll realize that simply looking up anatomy online won’t be as helpful as Johanne’s explanation.
How to Paint Fur That Looks Realistic
Fur is one of the most challenging textures to paint, as many dog artists agree.
Inside this video, you’ll learn the type of brushes that work well, layering techniques, how to avoid making the fur look like straw, and much more.
Don’t miss this section – it may just completely transform your dog portraits.
How to Avoid Painting Lifeless “Marbles” for Dogs’ Eyes
The dog’s eyes are the key focal point of the entire portrait.
The last thing you want is to paint lifeless “marbles,” devoid of expression or character.
No one wants to see two tiny black abysses stare at them from the canvas. It’s horrifying.
In this video, Johanne will give you a masterclass on capturing your canine’s loving gaze on the canvas.
You’ll learn how to add a sparkle of life to those gorgeous eyes – a sparkle that says, “I love you, my favorite human.”
In fact, we believe it’s THIS skill that will get you commissions!
Here’s a small taste of what you’ll discover inside The Fine Art of Painting Dog Portraits:
The complete painting process for successful dog portraits taught by renowned animal artist Johanne Mangi
Key brush techniques to paint realistic-looking fur, including the RIGHT type of brush to use
How to paint magical, loving eyes instead of lifeless "marbles" (NEVER just put a “dot” on the eyes!)
Techniques to paint a good-looking nose
How LIMITING your color palette will IMPROVE your values
What to do when the canvas is working AGAINST you
Composition tips and ideas for more unique portraits
Crucial color-mixing tips for those using a limited palette
How to fix mistakes easily and quickly
How master artist Johanne uses the “grid system” for her portraits
Important “body structure” studies you must know before you paint a dog
What to look for when you can’t see what you’re drawing or painting (covered by fur, poor light, etc.)
Johanne’s specific criteria when choosing photos for the best outcome (and what to watch out for)
“Brush” away the confusion! Synthetic vs. natural hair – which one’s better?
The critical mistake of NOT knowing where certain body parts are (and how to make your dog portrait ALIVE and BELIEVABLE by uncovering them)
A simple way to paint the strands of hair at the edge of a dog’s ear
How to avoid common errors in aligning facial features such as the eyes
What you need to watch out for if you’re painting a smooth-haired dog
…and much, much more!
“An absolute necessity if you long to paint dog portraits. Johanne is an excellent teacher and very engaging. This video is not only informative but entertaining.”
– Andrea St. John
Paint Your Best Dog Portrait with Johanne Mangi and her Best-Selling Video, The Fine Art of Painting Dog Portraits
Johanne Mangi is easily one of the world’s best dog portraitists.
This video will get you well on your way to successfully painting a dog portrait that actually gets you commissioned.
This video is truly a masterclass on Johanne Mangi’s dog portrait painting approach.
For much less than the price of a workshop, you get to learn career-making techniques from a master artist and brilliant instructor.
Plus, you can watch this video again and again – for life!
We highly recommend you go through this course at least twice to cement the lessons into your subconscious.
Soon you’ll be able to paint dog portraits that viewers will love and collectors might buy!
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“I recently purchased this video. I give it 5 stars. This is by far the very best dog portrait video I have watched. It is worth every penny.”
– Carol Lundstrom
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