How to draw / paint a realistic Robin | Tutorial ~ Pastel painting

In this narrated Pastel Painting tutorial I discuss how to draw / paint a realistic Robin ... Realism painting using Pastel Pencils. Sharing my techniques and tips. Slowed down footage here and there so you can take a closer look in this tutorial on how to draw paint a Robin
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[@DavePortersArt]

If you enjoyed this study, why not check out my Play list *How to Draw wildlife using Pastel Pencils ~ Narrated Tutorials*... here is the link: kzbin.info/aero/PLTgchDV4hjFRBTlRD4sdS8m0rqZfGDEPr

[@mariacosta2837]

I’d like to see more wild birds in pastel pencils, thank you.

[@DavePortersArt]

I will be doing another of my favourite English wild birds... the Blackbird. I have a Kingfisher video Part1 and part 2 here is the link for part 1 kzbin.info/www/bejne/kGjYoat8jZ2jh9E Thanks for watch Maria! 🙏

[@ourbilbrookgardendmt7148]

Breath taking lay beautiful. I’m truly inspired.

[@DavePortersArt]

Thank you so much! Thrilled the video inspired you... thanks for watching 🥰🙏

[@patriciawilson5289]

Awesome watching a master at work so beautiful

[@DavePortersArt]

Thank you very much for the kind words Patricia. 🙏

[@j.d3804]

So happy I found you thanks a million

[@DavePortersArt]

Appreciate the support... thanks for watching my videos J.D. 💕🙏

[@GabrieleSchulz1963]

Ein begnadeter Künstler!!!

[@DavePortersArt]

Danke 😊🙏

[@chrisjohanvandermerwe685]

Sir your pastel drawings is amazing.

[@DavePortersArt]

Thank you so much... means a lot. 😊🙏

[@mervwoodley3598]

Fabulously educational, just wish they were real time

[@DavePortersArt]

Hi Merv... thank you... I have re-edited this video longer and slower footage where you can see every mark I make for my Patreons. Link is in the description if you would like more information about joining. 😊🙏

[@francescacuoricino9000]

My lovely Robin ♥️♥️♥️♥️😃😃😃. During this winter,once I saw a Robin on my balcon. I put some bread and since that moment It came every single day, even more... Every day I put some bread/ biscuits/cakes... I used to wait for them and my days run happier.. Now they migrated, since 2 months and I miss them a lot, but hopefully they will come back next winter. ♥️♥️♥️.. This drawing seems a realistic photograph of my Robin.

[@DavePortersArt]

They are such wonderful birds, so friendly and brave. If you search 'how to train a robin to eat out of your hand' you will find loads of great advice. Take care and enjoy the company of these amazing beautiful birds. Thank you.

[@francescacuoricino9000]

@@DavePortersArt i wonder if they would come to eat on my hands... Some of them were so afraid of people. That 's why I didn' t move when they were eating. I really love they... ♥️♥️♥️

[@lesleyheslop3637]

Beautiful work Dave

[@DavePortersArt]

Thank you so much Lesley! 😊🙏

[@Jenny-yl2hw]

Gorgeous! Thank you for sharing..

[@DavePortersArt]

You are so welcome Jenny! Thank you for watching... much appreciated 🙏

[@janmay6455]

Beautiful drawing...

[@DavePortersArt]

Thank you Jan 😊🙏

[@janmay6455]

oh yes... more birds and landscapes PLEASE!

[@DavePortersArt]

Hi Jan... I will be doing an eagle, owl and a sun rise at some point... it is hard to please everyone, but I will try my best too. 🙏🙏

[@florinpetcu1044]

Thank you for the video!

[@DavePortersArt]

You are welcome Florin, thanks for watching 🙏

[@corinnetippit9969]

Photo looks flat but your drawing appears well lit. Bright.

[@DavePortersArt]

Thanks for feedback 🙏

[@elianes2415]

IL est superbe, merci pour votre partage.

[@DavePortersArt]

Merci... vous êtes les bienvenus 😊🙏

[@Artvideos2024]

👍👍👍👍

[@DavePortersArt]

Thanks Ruby 😊🙏

[@ssddpost]

Beautiful. We have robin that visits our garden regularly. Always a pleasure to watch your videos.

[@DavePortersArt]

Thank you so much for watching... Robins are so amazing 😊🙏

[@christinemargaretvarey4201]

This is the perfect little robin,,so beautifully drawn.Thank you for sharing your work with us. Stunning.

[@DavePortersArt]

Hi Christine, thank you so much for your kind words and support. much appreciated 🙏😊

[@fauxurfancy]

Thank you Dave for sharing with us. I love your work.

[@DavePortersArt]

You are welcome Victoria, thrilled you love my work... thanks for watching.🙏

[@chriswhitehouse8982]

Dave, just found your channel (after >3 years of watching art videos on KZbin!). Love your work and your style. I will be working my way through all your videos here. Thanks so much!

[@DavePortersArt]

Hi Chris... really appreciate you letting me know how you feel about the video. Thrilled you love my style and work. Thank you for planning to watch more of them. Cheers! 😊🙏

[@SKY-wt2pp]

Hi Dave, I am getting off You tube. I just wanted to wish you all the best and say thank you for your help and hard work. Warm regards.

[@DavePortersArt]

Thank you for the kind words... appreciated...you are welcome... hope to see you back in the future sometime. Take care and be well 🙏🙏

[@acatinthecradle]

Oh my....I just adore this little Robin and you've captured it so well here. Thank you so much for your teaching videos. They are so helpful! I'm really enjoying your patreon! Wonderful! 🥰

[@DavePortersArt]

Thank you so much... I love to sharing what I love to do. Thank you so much for your support on Patreon too. Grateful and appreciate it so much. 🙏

[@jillcherrick3113]

i appreciate your wildlife and landscape videos. i understand you are into portraiture right now. looking forward to your next landscape or wildlife piece. does your little brid still come around for a handout?😂 love your selection of music. great advice on shadow work. thanks again for all your time in making these videos.😊❤ Jill C. Huachuca Arizona

[@DavePortersArt]

I am considering having a change from portrait soon. Sadly, the Little Robin was taking either by a cat or a Sparrow Hawk that feeds regularly on the zillion sparrow I have on my garden. I have another one that I am trying to tame for this year 🤞Thanks for the feedback... you are welcome Jill... more to come. 🙏

[@DavePortersArt]

If you enjoyed the video please check out my Kingfisher tutorial Part1 and part 2 here is the link for part 1 kzbin.info/www/bejne/kGjYoat8jZ2jh9E all the very best Dave

[@Moonsprouts]

Exquisite work!

[@DavePortersArt]

Thank you! Cheers!😊🙏

[@ThurmanArt]

The details is what makes it, beautiful drawing my friend 😍

[@DavePortersArt]

Many many thanks 😊🙏

[@christineleroux4325]

Magnifique démonstration merci

[@DavePortersArt]

Merci Beaucoup 🙏

[@wilmatiemessen994]

Beautiful drawing👌

[@DavePortersArt]

Thank you so much Wilma!😊🙏

[@shamsart]

Wonderful drawing

[@DavePortersArt]

Many thanks 😊🙏

[@artispowerful8639]

Awesome 😍

[@DavePortersArt]

Thank you! Cheers! 🙏

[@chrysalis1998]

This was amazing to watch, thank you. Not just another tutorial... adding even more impact for me, was your verbal inclusion of other colour combinations to produce shadows & depth etc. I didn't want it to end...Fascinating. This is the first video of yours I've seen & 'subscribed' half way through. I'll be watching more & looking into your patreon in the future. Oh, and it was a delight watching your beautiful little Robin come to life too🤗 Thanks.

[@DavePortersArt]

aww thank you so much Chrysalis for you wonderful kind words. So thrilled you enjoyed watching the Robin develop. It will be wonderful to welcome you to Patreon. There is a 4 hour video on Patreon of this robin painting which gives you a more in depth look at my technique. Thanks for exploring my channel... much appreciated. All the very best... take care 😊🙏

[@mirthagomez8730]

Que gran trabajo 😍

[@DavePortersArt]

muchas gracias 😊🙏

[@bonfoon]

Beutifull drawn!

[@DavePortersArt]

Thank you so much 🙏

[@rmc9076]

Dave this Robin is just lovely 💕are you going to add any of your youtube videos on patreon? Would love to see this little Robin on your channel.

[@DavePortersArt]

Thank you so much... I have schedule this Robin as my next 4 hour video which will be added beginning of next month (June). I have quite a few I'm adding eventually. The eye one, the hair, the nose, the wrinkles one, the recent shadow study plus many more. I post two videos a month on Patreon. One 4 hour video and a step by step video. So keep a look out for them. ☺🙏

[@janmay6455]

Thankyou, thankyou... you are what I've been searching for. I adore birds and have painted in pencil and watercolour with success, and now can't wait to try my pastel pencils. Do you use Pastelmat?

[@DavePortersArt]

Hi Jan... you are very welcome. Pastelmat is my favourite and I prefer to use it with all my pastel work now. If you check out my description under the video you will see a list of materials I use. Take care and all the very best with your art journey 😊🙏

[@margretsmith1627]

Love watching your videos, the little bird was so sweet, but please explain what you mean by saying...make sure your values are correct

[@DavePortersArt]

Thanks for watching them 😊 I have a video in my channel all about the value system... please check it out 🙏

[@cherryj]

Just love your videos. When you say glaze over do you mean a very light application?

[@DavePortersArt]

HI Cherry, thank you so much for loving my videos... much appreciated. Yes, it is putting no pressure on the pencil, just let it glide over the surface leaving a dusting of pigment. Will be creating a video to go in more detail on how I apply the glaze soon. 🙏

[@MsTigergirl1]

Beautiful robin 💗. Did you blend the robin much? As I watched the tutorial a few times and didn’t notice any blending ,only on the background

[@DavePortersArt]

Hi Chrissy... thank you. I used pencil over pencil to blend the Robin with an occasional dab with a finger. Background I used my fingers. 🙏

[@MsTigergirl1]

@@DavePortersArt thanks Dave👍🏻. I’m just in the middle doing my tame robin ,needed some guidance 👍🏻

[@DavePortersArt]

@@MsTigergirl1 all the very best. 😊🙏

[@rtb03791]

What do you use to blend the pastels

[@DavePortersArt]

I blend using my fingers meanly or pencil on pencil... Will be doing a video about this in detail at some point. 🙏

[@bollocks40]

just found this channel Dave, i follow you on instagram but had no idea you had a YT channel, more bird art please or animals, is that a lancaster accent ?

[@DavePortersArt]

Hi Ian... thanks for tuning in... My next upload for next week will be a kingfisher. It is a mix of Yorkshire and Nottinghamshire accent. Born in Nottinghamshire mother was from Yorkshire. 😊🙏

[@bollocks40]

@@DavePortersArt Ah Nottinghamshire I thought I had heard the accent before as my brothers wife is from Mansfield so sounds similar.

[@bollocks40]

@@DavePortersArt I also follow Jason Morgan and Marion Tubiana channels on YT fascinating how you all have a very different style but all produce fantastic art.

[@DavePortersArt]

@@bollocks40 it always best to create your own spin on things... both artist are great in there own way for sure. 👍

[@RAY7808]

why aren't you using the glassine paper which you keep on Advertising!

[@DavePortersArt]

I only use it when it is necessary to use it.

[@richatdastkey3555]

Ngl... for years i assumed pastels were like soft chalk stick sorta things

[@DavePortersArt]

It is amazing what brands of pencils are available now. in the 70's I only was aware of Conté à Paris ones. 🙏

[@christineleroux4325]

Dommage que je comprenne pas toutes les explications mon anglais est trop nul

[@DavePortersArt]

Je suis désolé de ne pouvoir donner une option de sous-titre que pour une seule langue.