This watercolor bird painting tutorial demonstrates how to create a realistic American Robin in easy to follow stages.

The whole process is broken down with tips, tricks and techniques clearly explained as I work on this lovely bird in watercolor. Part 2 can be found here:    • Watercolor Bird Painting Tutorial (Ro...  

🕒 Timestamps 🕒
00:00 How to paint a realistic watercolor bird
00:14 Using graphite paper
01:40 Using masking fluid
03:24 Applying a background watercolor wash behind the bird
06:38 Removing the masking fluid
11:05 How to paint a bird's eye and beak in watercolor
13:23 Adding a foundation wash to the bird
13:58 Building realistic feather detail
15:42 How to paint feathers
17:06 How to use black paint

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