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Velvet Deer Antlers ā€“ Acrylic Paint

In this 1.5-hour tutorial, I will show you how to paint the compact, fluffy velvet texture of deer antlers using a clear layered approach, breaking the process down into simple, manageable steps so you can build softness, depth and realism without overworking the surface.

We will focus on:

  • My layering process for building soft velvet texture
  • Working from dark to light to create depth
  • Creating compact, fluffy texture similar to fur, but softer and more subtle
  • The brush techniques needed to achieve a soft, velvety finish
  • Controlling edges to keep the texture natural and realistic
  • Building detail without overworking the surface
  • Applying the same approach in both acrylic and oil paint

This tutorial is ideal for artists who want a clear, structured approach to painting soft, realistic velvet texture with more control and confidence.

A link to theĀ reference photo used in this tutorial is provided, along with a close up of the finished painting to guide your detail and texture work.

 

Velvet Deer Antler Tutorial

  1. Getting Started

    4 lessons
    1. Introduction
    2. Outlines
    3. Palette Prep & Blocking In
    4. Resources

  2. Stage 1 - Building Layers

    4 lessons
    1. Building Layers - Dark Mid-Range Values
    2. Building Layers - Mid-Range Values
    3. Building Layers - Light Values & Definition
    4. Building Layers - High Values

  3. Stage 2 - Finishing Touches

    2 lessons
    1. Shadow Details
    2. Finishing Touches