Painting a Watercolor Eastern Wood Peewee

Painting a Watercolor Eastern Wood Peewee

English | 2h 5m | Video 360p

Hello, and welcome. I just love these little birds, the Eastern Wood Peewee, During the summer I would hear an interesting sound that I could not identify for several weeks. Finally this little bird flew closer to the house, landing on a branch, and made the slurred "pee-a-wee" sound I had heard. It was an Eastern Wood Peewee.

This class is perfect for the beginner through the intermediate learner. However, I do recommend know the very basics of watercolor techniques and color mixing before beginning this class.

During the class we will paint one of these little guys sitting atop a light post waiting for his insect dinner. I am including a few reference images of the eastern wood peewee and the light post in the project/reference section of this class. I am also including a rough sketch to make getting the image onto your paper easier. You are welcome to try it on your own and even try your own composition if you would like. One last image included with this class is the name of the colors in my watercolor palette.

Watch the supplies video, gather your things and a cup of tea/coffee, and let's get started! I'm excited to get going.

CLASS OUTLINE:

Introduction

Supplies

The Under-painting

The Foundation Layer

Building Layers Part 1

Building Layers Part 2

Building Layers Part 3

Overlaying Water Wash

Layering Black and Adding Details

Final Layer