Watercolor Wednesday: How to Paint Bird Wings

Class Description:

In this 30-minute class, you'll learn how to paint realistic bird wings with confidence and detail. We'll start by reviewing wing anatomy and exploring the different types of feathers you'll encounter. Then, I'll demonstrate painting techniques using shadows, texture, and various brushwork methods to bring wings to life on the page. By the end of class, you'll have the skills to paint wings that feel dynamic and alive.

What You Will Learn:

Bird wing anatomy and structure
The different types of feathers and how they layer
How to use shadows to create dimension in wings
Texture techniques for realistic feather detail

Supplies You'll Need:

Watercolors
Round watercolor brushes
2 jars of water
A rag
A palette for mixing
Watercolor paper or sketchbook
Birds reference library
Wings reference library

About Instructor

Shelby Abrahamsen (Foxsy)

Shelby is the co-founder of Foxsy and the creator at Little Coffee Fox. She is a professional watercolorist, letterer, and artist with a passion for teaching others to reintroduce creativity back into their lives. Shelby lives in Chicago, IL with her husband Jon and her pets Summer, Basil, and Korra.

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