Sketching a Bird - Gettin' Sketchy Live

Learn to sketch a bird using graphite pencil in this 40-minute live drawing lesson. Begin with basic shapes and progress through essential techniques including eye detailing, feather rendering, and value layering. Explore the differences between sketching and drawing while mastering contour lines and shading. Follow along as the instructor demonstrates how to define feathers, reinforce outer contours, and add finishing touches like the bird's legs and branch. Perfect for artists looking to improve their observational skills and timed sketching abilities.

Intro
Photo Reference
Basic Shapes
Eye
Feathers
Sketch vs Drawing
Contour Lines
Value
Advice
Defining feathers
Value in
Layering
Streaming Issues
Reinforce Outer Contour
Back Leg
Branch
Bottom
Last look
Finished