I really enjoyed painting these sparrows, as I took a different approach! Instead of sketching them out first, they are painted spontaneously, and it’s easier than you think!
Firstly I rounded up a collection of reference photos I had taken of these gorgeous sparrows. Then instead of sketching them out first, I just blocked in their overall shapes. You’d be surprised how much easier it is to do this, than getting bogged down in trying to get the sketch right. Then I used a mircron pen (insoluble ink) to sketch a few details starting with their beaks and eyes. The next step was to use some soluble ink, like the Elegant Styler calligraphy marker to mark out some wings. Finally to finish off, a few strokes of a wet brush to move around some of this soluble ink.
That’s it! I was quite happy with the result, and only wish it wasn’t on a scrap piece of paper, going right to the edges. Ahh well, I’ll just have to start again. 🙂
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Thanks so much, firstly for visiting my website and secondly for telling me of your issue. I haven’t heard of this yet, but can you tell me which browser you use? Thanks heaps, Anica 🙂
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I do so love sparrows. These are lovely!
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Thanks so much!
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It’s beautiful. You’re a very talented artist..
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Thanks so much! 🙂
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Liked the bird painting.
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Thanks! 🙂
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You’re Welcome. Can’t wait to see more of your paintings.
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You got skills!
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Thanks so much! 🙂
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Nice post.
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Thank you! 🙂
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So blocking the large mass was easier? I find I tend to over emphasize the size. I will use small light marks to keep the perspective. Beautiful work I would save it maybe fasten it to a panel board?
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I am finding blocking in overall shapes really helps! If the shape is right, all the details will fall into place 🙂
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Love this painting. You captured the uniqueness of each one and the way they are when all together!
Dwight
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Thanks, Dwight! They are all so very cute and always gather at one of my favourite beach cafes!
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Adorable! ❤️
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Thanks, so much Patty 🙂
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Great approach and wonderful results! Thanks for posting it.
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You’re very welcome, Holly! I great way to unstress!
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very fresh and fun!
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Thanks, Jodi! Yours are always fresh and fun! 🙂
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nice article
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Thank you, Krishna! 🙂
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