A multicolor painting of a bengal cat on an ombre purple background

Paint a colorful cat portrait on canvas with Apple Barrel acrylic paints and multi-surface paint pens. This DIY pet painting features a soft ombre background and bold abstract colors. Transfer paper makes it beginner-friendly, no drawing skills needed.

Other Things You'll Need

  • 10x10 wood canvas 
  • Masking tape 
  • Pencil 
  • Graphite transfer paper 
  • Printed bengal cat photo 

Instructions:

  1. Create a soft ombre background on the canvas with Light Lavender and Grape Jam. Let dry.
  2. Lay the transfer paper on the canvas and place the photo on the transfer paper. Trace the shape and details of the pet with a pencil, pen, or stylus.
  3. Remove the transfer paper and photo. Fill in the larger shapes of the pet with Apple Barrel Matte paint and let dry.
  4. Add details like eyes, stripes, paws, etc. with Apple Barrel Paint Pens.