I had a lot of trouble! I did use template but went off track when painting feathers. Seemed like I had alot more than what was being painted so I "just painted" feathers. I always have trouble with beaks. I couldn't even get the birdbath right..and i even ordered the turquoise!   Either way i enjoyed the class and looks like a bird in my eyes..

I did try fixing the beak but not sure if better.