How Do I Draw Black Fur Without It Looking Like a Flat Blob?
Struggling to draw black fur without it looking flat? Learn how to create rich, realistic black fur in animal drawings using layering, values, and colour mixing techniques.

Struggling to draw black fur without it looking flat? Learn how to create rich, realistic black fur in animal drawings using layering, values, and colour mixing techniques.

Explore a colour-focused approach to animal art. Learn how monthly colour challenges help artists build confidence, starting with orange and coloured pencils.

Discover how my two 28-day coaching programs help artists build skills, confidence, and identity to become complete, capable, and proud animal artists.

Choosing the right colours for your animal drawings can be one of the biggest challenges when working with coloured pencils. In this article, Kate Jenvey explains how to build colour confidence through observation, layering, and understanding light and temperature. Learn how to mix realistic tones, select the perfect base colours, and bring your animal art to life with thoughtful colour choices.