Welcome to Art by Karie-Ann

Welcome to Art by Karie-Ann – Realistic Pet & Wildlife Art Tutorials
I’m a self-taught UK artist with a passion for creating lifelike pet portraits, expressive wildlife art, and emotionally resonant scenes using pastel pencils, PanPastels, and coloured pencils. After years of running a successful commission-based business and demonstrating at art shows, I began teaching from my home studio—sharing the techniques people kept asking about.
Now, I’m expanding online to offer easy-to-follow art tutorials for beginners and experienced artists alike. Whether you want to learn how to draw realistic fur, master animal features, or create scenic backgrounds, my tutorials are designed to be simple, repeatable, and packed with practical tips.
Explore my site to access free tutorials, step-by-step video courses, and exclusive content through my newsletter—including early bird offers and downloadable reference photos. 

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Hi, I’m Karie-Ann — a UK-based wildlife and pet portrait artist. I’ve created this toolkit to help fellow artists save money, avoid overwhelm, and feel confident with their pastel materials. Whether you’re just starting or refining your technique, this guide is for you.

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Learn Art the Easy Way

Suitable for beginners and advanced artists alike.


  • Learn art the easy way with my pastel pencil tutorials
  • Full length videos recorded on the fly, you won't miss anything!
  • Lifetime Access to realistic pet portrait techniques and learn how to draw animals in pastel.

Single Art Tutorials and Bundles

Packed with hints and tips which can be transferred to your own artworks.

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