Painting a Shiba Inu with Acrylic Gouache – Watch It Come to Life!

May 15 (Watercolor by Shibasaki) - In this video, watercolor artist Shibasaki brings an adorable Shiba Inu to life using acrylic gouache. From the initial pencil sketch to layering warm colors and creating soft, fluffy fur, you'll see every step of the process – almost entirely uncut!

Shibasaki explains how to capture the unique features of a Shiba Inu, such as its rounded ears, expressive eyes, and that signature curled tail.

Using the “box method” for form and contrast in light and shadow, the dog gradually becomes three-dimensional right before your eyes.

Whether you're a beginner or an experienced painter, we hope you’ll enjoy watching this cute Shiba Inu emerge on the canvas – full of warmth and personality.

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Painting a Shiba Inu with Acrylic Gouache – Watch It Come to Life!

In this video, watercolor artist Shibasaki brings an adorable Shiba Inu to life using acrylic gouache. From the initial pencil sketch to layering warm colors and creating soft, fluffy fur, you'll see every step of the process – almost entirely uncut! (Watercolor by Shibasaki)