Your project for this class is to complete and upload one illustration to the project section using the techniques outlined in the course. It can be any subject you would like. You are welcome to paint a bird but do not feel obligated to do so! Also, please do not be afraid to share your work!

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Steps:

First layer sketch; layout basic shapes and composition.
Refine your sketch; checking proportion and scale.
Ink in your linework and erase pencil lines.
Apply masking fluid to the main subject areas and let dry fully.
Paint wet-in-wet background. Allow painting to dry.
Remove masking fluid and paint main subject (bird and branch).
Add finishing touches such as small details in feathers or eyes. Final check for contrast.
And you’re done!

List of Materials Needed:

Pencil
Eraser
Pen with Waterproof Ink
Masking Fluid
Old Paint Brush - to apply masking fluid, do not use a good brush for this step!
Soap
Rubber Cement Pickup (optional - helps with the removal of the masking fluid)
Round Brushes - one small (size 2-4) and one large (size 8 to 10)
Watercolor Paints
Water
Paper Towel
Tissue (optional)
Masking Tape (optional - you probably won’t need tape if you choose not to do a background)
140 lb. or higher weight watercolor paper - some texture is good but not too much as birds are delicate. I do not recommend going below 140 lb. for this project.

Carol Gehman

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