How To Paint A Watercolour Bluebird

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How To Paint A Watercolour Bluebird
You all loved painting Robins last year so here is another beautiful bird using the loose watercolour technique! Enjoy!
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Cobalt Blue Deep
Yellow Ochre
Cadmium Orange
Burnt Sienna
Paynes Grey
Mars Black
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Пікірлер: 196

@deWintonPaperCo 2 жыл бұрын

If you loved painting the robins you will love these bluebirds! You can now buy the pro arte masterstroke brushes that I use in my videos in my Etsy store! www.etsy.com/uk/shop/deWintonPaperco

@susiedelay999 2 жыл бұрын

These little birds are darling ‼Thank you for sharing your process in painting them‼💕

@beckyjones5857 2 жыл бұрын

Harriet, Bluebirds are the most gorgeous of birds. I feel I have been truly blessed each time I get a glimpse of one. They are the most amazing blue when the sun hits just right. It’s my prayer that you will see one soon. Your bluebirds made my day today-thanks so much.

@deWintonPaperCo 2 жыл бұрын

I totally agree! Thank you! I really hope I see one too!

@beckyjones5857 2 жыл бұрын

Update-Spring is here as BBs came today to check out nesting box! Love is in the air!

@francoisederocher 2 жыл бұрын

I have bluebirds in my garden here near Atlanta and they are nesting right now in their special box.

@deWintonPaperCo 2 жыл бұрын

Oh wow!

@mariarascon5031 2 жыл бұрын

¡Qué Belleza! Así, igualitititos, me quedarán con unos 35 añitos de práctica; ni mas ni menos ¡Arre, María!

@deWintonPaperCo 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@joellenaten6992 4 ай бұрын

The bluebirds are visiting my feeder in Pennsylvania! Thank you for this tutorial on how to paint these happy little birds. I was pleased with the results!

@deWintonPaperCo 4 ай бұрын

Have fun!

@duke2011ful Жыл бұрын

We have mountain bluebirds i. Wyoming, USA and they are an even brighter blue. 💕

@deWintonPaperCo Жыл бұрын

Wow I'd love to see those!

@lorrainemanning3809 2 жыл бұрын

Aaww beautiful Harriet

@deWintonPaperCo 2 жыл бұрын

Cheers Lorraine!

@atrinka1 2 жыл бұрын

I saw three bluebirds yesterday! Two boys and a girl, much, much smaller than a US robin. So beautiful painting l! Greetings from Tennessee

@deWintonPaperCo 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Cheers!

@beadsbylara 2 жыл бұрын

super adorable

@deWintonPaperCo 2 жыл бұрын

Cheers!

@marilynferro9546 Жыл бұрын

Adorable little blue birds with such personality. Can’t wait to give them a try....very excited!

@mariaquinn6944 2 жыл бұрын

Lovely, can’t wait to try them 😊

@deWintonPaperCo 2 жыл бұрын

Hope you enjoy!

@mzkatbee463 2 жыл бұрын

Oh, my goodness! These are adorable!!! 💙💙💙

@deWintonPaperCo 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! 😊

@suemartel2883 2 жыл бұрын

So cute.

@deWintonPaperCo 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Sue!

@janetshepherd4524 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your tutorials, my artwork has come on leaps and bounds since I found you. Im so grateful. Give Crumble a kiss from me.

@deWintonPaperCo 2 жыл бұрын

You are so welcome!

@IdaAxe84 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutly adorable!

@deWintonPaperCo 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Ida!

@christinedockler9380 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for taking the time to do tutorials.I love your art!

@deWintonPaperCo 2 жыл бұрын

You are so welcome!

@sandrafenton1207 2 жыл бұрын

so cute, love them

@deWintonPaperCo 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Sandra!

@sallymccornack2800 Жыл бұрын

So sweet. I love how easy you make these look.

@deWintonPaperCo Жыл бұрын

Thank you! 😊

@mjrtla 2 жыл бұрын

Another amazing tutorial and I love that you list your colors used!!

@deWintonPaperCo 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

@scmarinemom24 2 жыл бұрын

I love the little bluebirds!

@deWintonPaperCo 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Maria!

@debbieshaw9976 2 жыл бұрын

Gorgeous, they are so cute. Big hugs for Crumble, hope he makes a speedy recovery. Thank you for still sharing with us when you have a sick pooch xx

@deWintonPaperCo 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Debbie. He’s on the mend x

@patriciamcpherson4667 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you I just love these blue birds. They are so cute

@deWintonPaperCo 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@kathymunday7566 2 ай бұрын

Love love love these adorable bluebirds!!!!❤️❤️❤️

@deWintonPaperCo 2 ай бұрын

You are so kind

@nancybroer4712 2 жыл бұрын

Love these! They are truly such sweet and friendly birds! Every year we get them in our nest boxes, then in winter they bring the babies back to our feeders and water source. I adore the different poses you’ve chosen and the blue shade is spot on. The ones I attempted to do with watercolor were not good, but you have nailed it with your technique! Hope to try it soon. Thanks. Get better little 🐶 ❤️

@deWintonPaperCo 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Nancy, it’s all about keeping going and you’ll get it!

@debbiemartin9005 2 жыл бұрын

They are DARLING!!! Thank you so much!!

@deWintonPaperCo 2 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome Debbie!

@darleneplant.6284 2 жыл бұрын

Adorable!

@deWintonPaperCo 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Darlenen

@dilyssewell1907 2 жыл бұрын

Great tutorial, as ever. These lessons have helped me overcome my ‘clean sheet’ syndrome!

@deWintonPaperCo 2 жыл бұрын

Oh I’m so glad Dilys!

@kathyh9423 Жыл бұрын

You are such a fantastic teacher! Thank you so much for your tutorials and clear guidance.

@deWintonPaperCo 7 ай бұрын

Thank you! 😊

@chrischurchley7003 2 жыл бұрын

Way toooo cute 🥰. Super adaptable to a merry robin too 👏. Really great technique - big thanks 🙏 😁

@deWintonPaperCo 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Chris!

@carolynramos7180 2 жыл бұрын

These are so cute 😍 they do remind me of your cheeky little Robin's which I love to paint. I believe these will also become a firm favorite. Thank you for sharing 🙂 x

@deWintonPaperCo 2 жыл бұрын

I hope so too!

@judychanyi7777 2 жыл бұрын

Feel better Crumble! Very cute birds!

@deWintonPaperCo 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Judy, he's definitely on the mend!

@MarshaMood 2 жыл бұрын

What an excellent tutorial!!! Thank you!

@deWintonPaperCo 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Marsha!

@delphinewood7519 2 жыл бұрын

I’m glad I found your channel. I subscribed a while ago and have enjoyed all the tutorials I’ve seen so far. I especially liked your comments (8:14) about how the circle of water on dry paper creates a hard edge, and at the same time it allows for blending. I can see using this technique to paint lots of birds. Thank you for posting. You are just delightful. Pets for your puppy.🙏💙🌵🌵🌵🌵

@deWintonPaperCo 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Thank you!

@lanahopkins8729 11 ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing this lovely tutorial expecially for the different poses.

@deWintonPaperCo 11 ай бұрын

You are so welcome!

@JoeyTrejo10 2 жыл бұрын

These are just adorable! I want to try too!

@deWintonPaperCo 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

@Doggymomma52 Жыл бұрын

The robins were so much fun. Can’t wait to try these tomorrow 🎨❤️

@deWintonPaperCo Жыл бұрын

Good luck!

@7409gigi 2 жыл бұрын

❤️🙏🏻 for Crumble! These sweet birds are charming and expressive! Thanks!

@deWintonPaperCo 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Brenda, he’s on the mend

@patmorgan6336 2 жыл бұрын

Look lovely, you make it look so easy,really enjoyed .x

@deWintonPaperCo 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Pat!

@Carina-2906 2 жыл бұрын

Dear Harriet, This was again a beautiful video! Thank you very much for your time and for sharing. Have a nice day!

@deWintonPaperCo 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! You too!

@DarkisArt 2 жыл бұрын

This is super cute!

@deWintonPaperCo 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

@marikareimer4411 2 жыл бұрын

I just adore these little birds, they make me feel happy :-)

@deWintonPaperCo 2 жыл бұрын

Ah how wonderful!

@marilynscarborough2216 2 жыл бұрын

Love these!

@deWintonPaperCo 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Marilyn!

@deboraharonson8975 2 жыл бұрын

I LOVE you! I have learned sooooooo much! I do need to say that the Sonar sounds drove me insane though and the extra three times I watched, I did it with the sound off. Hugs

@deWintonPaperCo 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Deborah, sorry the music isn’t your thing. It’s tricky as some love and some hate. At least you’ve got the option to do muted and you can always put the subtitles on too!

@darcygraceswatercolorstudi4220 2 жыл бұрын

Such beautiful bluebirds! We actually have a bluebird nest in our yard! Thanks for this video!

@deWintonPaperCo 2 жыл бұрын

Our pleasure!

@TheTinkerersWife 2 жыл бұрын

I'm so glad you discovered bluebirds. Here in the western US we have the Western Bluebirds and they are such a joy. I'm new here and watching your tutorial with interest. Bluebirds are my sister in laws favorite bird and I've been wanting to create a gift for her. I think she would love a painting of them. Thanks for the inspiration.

@deWintonPaperCo 2 жыл бұрын

Ah welcome along to the channel!

@cinjm7961 2 жыл бұрын

Perfect ! Thank you !

@deWintonPaperCo 2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome!

@carolwetherington429 2 жыл бұрын

So sweet! I need to try!

@deWintonPaperCo 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Carol!

@jeanmayo4076 2 жыл бұрын

So cute!

@deWintonPaperCo 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Jean!

@margaretpollard5507 2 жыл бұрын

Lovely. Thank you.

@deWintonPaperCo 2 жыл бұрын

Our pleasure!

@Linda-td5si 2 жыл бұрын

Loved this! Thank you so much!💚🌿🐦

@deWintonPaperCo 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Linda!

@narsimhachary5056 2 жыл бұрын

Wow what a amazing birds..... Thank you mam.... Thank you so mach....

@deWintonPaperCo 2 жыл бұрын

Most welcome 😊

@maryanneharris6815 4 ай бұрын

This was the most informative video!! Thank you for telling us the names of the colors that you used !!! These birds are just precious. Great video. 👏👏👏👏👏

@deWintonPaperCo 3 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@lynnemorea699 2 жыл бұрын

Fantastic fun.

@deWintonPaperCo 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Lynne!

@elviamunguia8397 2 жыл бұрын

I live in Florida and I get to see lots of Blue Jays and cardinals!! Beautiful colors!!! I hope your furbaby gets well soon!

@deWintonPaperCo 2 жыл бұрын

Oh amazing! I wish I saw these birds in real life. Thanks so much for your kind wishes to Crumble

@katherinegee7828 2 жыл бұрын

LOVE YOUR VIDEOS ❤️

@deWintonPaperCo 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Katherine!

@Angela.Lopez. 2 жыл бұрын

Lovely

@deWintonPaperCo 2 жыл бұрын

Cheers Angela!

@beckymeldrum7022 2 жыл бұрын

Sorry to hear that Crumble took a tumble. Love your little Blue Birds! Thank you for the inspiration!

@deWintonPaperCo 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Becky, he’s bouncing back really well!

@lindabloom6666 2 жыл бұрын

Hugs to Crumble!

@deWintonPaperCo 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Linda!

@amandastratton8242 2 жыл бұрын

beautiful birdsHarrie. Thank you for sharing

@deWintonPaperCo 2 жыл бұрын

Many thanks!

@watercolorsinbloom 2 жыл бұрын

I'm having a painting get together with my friends Friday and we are doing your robin tutorial but I planned on making mine blue! They're so cute:)

@deWintonPaperCo 2 жыл бұрын

That’s awesome! Enjoy!

@joycesnodgrass7068 2 жыл бұрын

So cute😍

@deWintonPaperCo 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Joyce!

@marialuisazorzella4431 2 жыл бұрын

I am Solidea, a lady 70 years. I wach your fine video four birds and i think is very kind for me because i am not picture! Non sono pittrice ma i love very much acquerello and i want learn this tecnique. Excuse me for my school english! :)

@deWintonPaperCo 2 жыл бұрын

Wow, thank you

@BarBaraWhorleyCrawfordESS 2 жыл бұрын

Adorable. ❤️hope your pup is healing up. Hugs

@deWintonPaperCo 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Barbara, he’s doing really well

@tonivergara5725 Жыл бұрын

Thanks you for another lovely tutorial! I like two out of my four birds. Not bad for my first birds! More practice ahead🐦

@deWintonPaperCo Жыл бұрын

You’re welcome 😊

@anne-marieserpaud4247 2 жыл бұрын

Merci beaucoup Harriet, encore un tuto est sympa à suivre

@deWintonPaperCo 2 жыл бұрын

Merci!

@anniefaint6373 Жыл бұрын

These are so cute ,,,xxxx ❤

@deWintonPaperCo Жыл бұрын

Thank you Annie!

@sueellens 2 жыл бұрын

The Eastern Bluebird is the State Bird in my state of New York. They are beautiful! I’m excited for this tutorial as maybe I’ll be able to paint one!

@deWintonPaperCo 2 жыл бұрын

Oh yes you must!

@sandytucker4858 Жыл бұрын

I want to try to paint this. Delightful

@deWintonPaperCo Жыл бұрын

You should! It’s nice and quickn

@Lauraisabelgonzalezart 2 жыл бұрын

I just love your accent... and your beautiful work!

@deWintonPaperCo 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

@wendykelcey1246 Жыл бұрын

These are so cute!!! Thank you! I know it’s a year ago but I hope Crumble healed up nicely!

@deWintonPaperCo Жыл бұрын

Thank you! 😊

@delyta. 2 жыл бұрын

So sweet! Bluebirds are my state's bird (Missouri)!

@deWintonPaperCo 2 жыл бұрын

Oh cool!

@leuvaart4982 2 жыл бұрын

beautiful painting dear friend

@deWintonPaperCo 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Prakash!

@electrichen6243 2 жыл бұрын

Love birds painted in this style. I'm getting pretty good at the robins now, but I do struggle with the hens.

@deWintonPaperCo 2 жыл бұрын

It’s all about keeping going!

@MsMoniqueWilson 2 жыл бұрын

really sweet

@deWintonPaperCo 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Monique!

@carolbarnard8906 2 жыл бұрын

Love these. Get well soon Crumble x

@deWintonPaperCo 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks carol, lots of wags from Crumble

@VeretenoVids 2 жыл бұрын

Bluebirds are lovely! I recommend you look up indigo buntings if you've never seen one. They look like a sparrow that's been dipped into a bright blue dyebath. They are really stunning when you see one on the fly in nature.

@deWintonPaperCo 2 жыл бұрын

Oh wow I will!

@lucychild2445 2 жыл бұрын

So cute. Hope Crumble feels better soon. 😁🙏

@deWintonPaperCo 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Lucy, he’s definitely getting much better

@juliestevenson 2 жыл бұрын

Great tutorial as ever. Hope Crumble recovers quickly x

@deWintonPaperCo 2 жыл бұрын

Us too!

@Angie-pl3uw 2 жыл бұрын

Wonderful! And much love and kisses to Crumble.

@deWintonPaperCo 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Angie!

@ReinaShebba Жыл бұрын

yes they are!

@deWintonPaperCo Жыл бұрын

Hope you enjoyed the video!

@jennifermalanchuk5705 2 жыл бұрын

I love them! So cute - little fat cardinals next?

@deWintonPaperCo 2 жыл бұрын

That’s a fun idea!

@jennifermalanchuk5705 2 жыл бұрын

@@deWintonPaperCo My grandmother loved cardinals and I've been looking around for a tutorial to paint them. There are so many great ones, but they are all really majestic looking. I just want fat little cute ones! 😇

@rosemorales3135 2 жыл бұрын

💙💙💙

@deWintonPaperCo 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Rose!

@teresascott6320 Жыл бұрын

Hi Teresa from Adelaide S. A. I would love you to put out a bother book with all you flowers step by step , it would be fantastic . I love your work. I’m learning a lot though your videos . Thanks

@deWintonPaperCo Жыл бұрын

Ah thanks so much Teresa!

@martinanelsonartandpsychol6478 2 жыл бұрын

Did you ever see the Ballet Cinderella - the Blue Bird variation. Those costumes would also be worth painting 😀😍

@deWintonPaperCo 2 жыл бұрын

Oh wow!

@mariaquinn6944 2 жыл бұрын

Hope Crumble is better soon! 🐶 💙

@deWintonPaperCo 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Maria, he has bounced back well!

@cece_h 2 жыл бұрын

Bluebirds are the state bird of Missouri in the US. They’re lovely little birds. I love your take on them. Our robins aren’t like the cute little bird you have. They’re rather clunky. 😂

@deWintonPaperCo 2 жыл бұрын

Oh how lovely!

@anneonimus7204 2 жыл бұрын

These are so sweet Harriet, Blue tits here in Scotland and they're hungry this time of year eating food on my feeders this morning! Love how you bring to life their character 💞

@deWintonPaperCo 2 жыл бұрын

I think I need to now paint some blue tits too!

@amandaoliver1971 2 жыл бұрын

Hope crumble is better soon x

@deWintonPaperCo 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Amanda, he is doing really well x

@itsagogoforevermore2544 2 жыл бұрын

You captured them well. We have two different kinds of Bluebirds here is British Columbia. Every bird species has its own call but sometimes it is so sad to hear the mournful call of the male bluebird looking for his lady friend. He then entices her to the nest box (at our house anyway) and she does the decorating...grass carpet... fluffy down blanket. He perches himself on a nearby branch and periodically check on the progress. If it is not up to HIS standards he pulls out all the nesting material and she has to start again. Hmmm...We witnessed one occasion when, the now liberated female said, "if you don't like do it yourself" and flew away. The bottom left bird looks just the like the comment. A little anthropomorphic? And to young Crumble.. Get better and enjoy the attention. Cheers

@deWintonPaperCo 2 жыл бұрын

Oh wow, what a drama! Love your description and thanks for your kind words for Crumble

@suemartel2883 2 жыл бұрын

I’m looking at purchasing professional paints…my choice is between Winston & Newton and Daniel Smith…sets of 24 half pans…price is close…which one would you lean to?

@deWintonPaperCo 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Sue, I would lean to winsor and Newton but that’s just because I have more experience of that brand

@codiuart 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your sharing, I think to draw a beautiful bird, besides being skillful and creative, the way of coloring is very important. I see you are very good at mixing colors, but I don't know how you scale, can you tell me the ratio of watercolor? Thank you very much.

@deWintonPaperCo 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much 😀 It's hard to be specific, it's all about practise!

@Mathilde-oh1ej 2 жыл бұрын

Hello! Do you think it could be a first project for a beginner or would this be to hard to realize?

@deWintonPaperCo 2 жыл бұрын

This is a great project for anyone who wants to try out loose watercolour painting. I think the most important thing is to know that progress comes in practise and very few people get it right first time so beginner or otherwise, this is perfect!

@mariaquinn6944 2 жыл бұрын

I forgot to ask what type of paper you used for the blue birds? 😃

@deWintonPaperCo 2 жыл бұрын

It’s in the description

@jenwhitedesigns 2 жыл бұрын

They are adorably beautiful.❤️ (We just started seeing the Eastern Bluebird a few weeks ago here in New England, US. They are my fav.) I just started watching your tutorials and I love them. I even think I’m going to give it a go. Question-how are you preventing your blue and yellow/orange from mixing and turning into a green in this project?

@deWintonPaperCo 2 жыл бұрын

It’s first about not having too wet a page with the first shape. Then you will notice when I add the blue I paint it in as few brush strokes as possible and try not to touch the orange. Then they blend together of their own accord