Hummingbird Feather Study

Finally understand how to paint the metallic effect with acrylic and oil paint! In this two-hour tutorial, I will show you how to paint the feathers of a hummingbird. This is a colour theory focused tutorial that demonstrates a step by step process of layering acrylic paint to create the stunning vibrancy of metallic feathers. Join me in understanding and creating the vibrant and exciting colours of a humming bird. 

What you'll get:

  • How to paint metallic feathers, focusing on pink, orange, yellow and green colours.
  • How to layer colours in order to create highly saturated and vibrant finishes
  • How to assess the form and shapes of the feathers
  • How to make sure there is a balance of dull colours vs bright colours
  • How to create the perfectly imperfect finish for the most realistic look.
  • Bonus segment where I add extra artistic touches to enhance the painting’s overall appearance.

The reference was purchased through wildlifereferenceimages.com and is therefore an additional tool that you may need to source for this tutorial. The reference image is not necessary for the completion of this tutorial. 

$50.00 AUD