Birds to Paint Or Color


Book Description

From the ruby-throated hummingbird to the monk parrot and the great blue heron, this book features 23 realistic illustrations of song birds, game birds, waterfowl, and many other beauteous birds in their natural habitats. Add paint or other media and watch them take flight! This delightful coloring collection features beautiful drawings, specially printed with light gray lines that virtually disappear with the addition of colors for a finished, professional look; high-quality paper, printed on one side only and suitable for watercolor, colored pencils, and other media; and perforated pages for easy removal from the book.




Creative Haven Beautiful Birds Coloring Book


Book Description

From the ruby-throated hummingbird to the monk parakeet and the great blue heron, this book features 31 realistic illustrations of songbirds, game birds, waterfowl, and many other birds in their natural habitats. A color guide appears on the inside back cover. Pages are perforated and printed on one side only for easy removal and display. Specially designed for experienced colorists, Beautiful Birds and other Creative Haven® adult coloring books offer an escape to a world of inspiration and artistic fulfillment. Previously published as Birds to Paint or Color. Each title is also an effective and fun-filled way to relax and reduce stress.




Painting Birds


Book Description

This book gives the painting tips, techniques and secrets to success of twelve of the world's leading wildlife artists.




Birds the Watercolor Art Pad


Book Description

This stunning guide with original artworks by Emma Faull will enable painters of all abilities to create exquisite watercolour paintings of birds. Even beginners will be able to produce beautiful watercolour paintings of birds with the help of the guided projects in this book. Fifteen original artworks by acclaimed artist Emma Faull have been reproduced as outlines on high-quality watercolour paper, so that you can achieve beautiful results and enjoy the relaxing practice of watercolour painting. At the front of the book, you'll find inspiration in Emma's original artworks, as well as the recommended colour palettes to use. You'll also find advice from the artist on how to get started and guidance on professional watercolour techniques. To get started, simply choose an outline on watercolour paper and pull it out of the book, then follow the artist's step-by-step advice on creating beautiful watercolours and use the gallery of finished artworks as a guide. The professional paper will also work beautifully with other media, such as acrylic paint, artists' pencils and art brush or marker pens. Includes the following birds:European Goldfinch Peacock HummingbirdAmerican Blue JayWoodpecker Wren Mandarin DuckGolden Eagle ...and more.




Drawing Birds with Colored Pencils


Book Description

Describes techniques used to draw birds with colored pencils and offers instructions for drawing twelve different species, including robins, cactus wrens, and others.




Birdtopia


Book Description

Welcome to Birdtopia – a curious black-and-white paradise where birds can be as small as insects and flowers as tall as trees. From tropical blooms to wild woodlands, Birdtopia contains a stunning selection of inquisitive birds from across the world including gentle blue tits and violet-tailed sylphs; majestic peacocks and Oriental darters; and striking birds of prey, such as the golden eagle and great gray owl. This beautiful coloring book for all ages contains over 70 pages of wondrous birds living in a world brimming with fantastical flora and fauna. Birdtopia also includes a key of birds and eight pages of lavishly colored illustrations to inspire the reader. The book contains a stunning selection of birds, from gentle hummingbirds and blue tits, to the majestic peacock and Oriental darter, to striking birds of prey, such as the spotted eagle-owl and goshawk.




Identify and Draw North American Birds


Book Description

The first book to combine two powerhouse subjects and popular pastimes – bird watching and drawing. In this unique guide, readers will be instructed how to identify and attract over 45 popular species of North American birds, as well as learn how to draw them with step-by-step instructions. Each bird’s profile includes the following information: Range (including range map for each profile) Plumage for both male and female Length (in inches and centimeters) Weight (in pounds and grams) Wingspan (in inches and centimeters) Habitat Food Feeder food to attract Full-color photograph Following each profile, there are complete instructions for drawing the bird with colored pencils. The drawings can begin using the basic outline provide, or by freehand, allowing the book to be used by artists of all skill levels. An overview lesson on colored pencils, including basic color theory concepts and techniques, is included as well. Identify and Draw North American Birds features 47 of the most popular birds found in our backyards as well as along our seashores. It will delight artists and naturalist alike.




A Z Painting Bird Portraits in Acrylics


Book Description

Andrew Forkner's book provides you with all you need to paint a range of birds in acrylics; taking in birds of prey, songbirds and waterbirds from all over the world including Europe, the USA, Asia, the UK and Australia. It contains information on the materials and preparation you will need to capture the delicacy and majesty of the subjects.




How the Finch Got His Colors


Book Description

"Based on a Belgian folktale"--Jacket flap.




Painting Garden Birds with Sherry C. Nelson


Book Description

Trade in your bird watching binoculars for a brush! Sherry C. Nelson, MDA, invites you to paint your favorite American garden birds. In this book, 11 different oil painting projects show you how to create Bluebirds, Cardinals, Goldfinches, Hummingbirds and other stunning birds in their natural surroundings. Sherry even teaches you, stroke by stroke, how to paint delicate feather textures, markings and eyes! Each project is explained in 20 or more steps and features a materials list, paint mixtures, field sketches and reference photographs. It's never been easier to paint the feathered friends you've been admiring in your backyard.