Feathers come in all shapes, sizes and colours. White feathers that lack definition and bold shapes can be among the most tricky to capture realistically in bird paintings. In this 3-hour 45-minute tutorial, I will share my full process which can be transferred to owl feathers and even white fur.

What you'll get:

• 3-hours 45-minutes video tutorial
• Easy, straightforward colour theory on painting white feathers
• How to capture intensity in the expression
• How to paint the beak with a rigid texture and smooth finish
• How to achieve a realistic portrait in two straightforward applications of oil paint
• The principles of painting alla prima effectively, transferrable to all corners of an artist practice
• How to outline the portrait
• How to prepare your palette
• How to paint stunning brown feature feathers to accentuate the white body
• How to incorporate the colours of the background into the feathers naturally, creating a seamless tie between the bird and its surroundings

This tutorial is perfect for intermediate to advanced painters looking to refine their feather-painting skills and achieve a lifelike, detailed portrait.