How to Paint Cute Colorful Birds for Beginners | Easy Tutorial to Master Loose Watercolor Painting

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[@carolyncalhoun7555]

Great tip with the eyes on tracing paper. I just painted 2 of these. They came together so quickly and so much fun. Added a few embellishments with metallic watercolours. Definitely making one into a mother's day card. Loved this tutorial. Thanks so much for sharing Diane.

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Wonderful! So glad you enjoyed them Carolyn and that they worked well for you! Hundreds of possibilities for those cuties!

[@karens2318]

I just painted these as well. Turned out cute! Good idea on the metallic watercolor accents. I just bought some and haven't used them yet. I will paint these birds again and have fun with metallic accents! :-)

[@PetroicaRodinogaster264]

I agree about the tracing paper…great idea. I am not a painter but I make birds from another medium and the eyes are always a problem. I think the paper would work for that too. The whole thing comes alive with the minor details.

[@marcoturriongarrido6966]

Y66...

[@maribelmaldonado1241]

I love you painting of the birds .I live to draw birds

[@annwornell7510]

Love being encouraged to "Let the watercolour and the water do its own thing". At 80 I am loving learning to improve my painting skills, such as they are.

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Wonderful! Thanks so much for sharing that beautiful comment Ann, I really appreciate it. Great to know that you are enjoying exploring painting and letting the paint have its way with you!

[@marshad2346]

Just starting out. So fun!! Is your eye highlight thick white with watercolor or another type paint? Thank you for your awesome tutorials!!

[@sheilasinghal2922]

The tracing paper eye trick is something I've never seen before. Genius! And the birds are completely adorable. Thank you for sharing all this with us. 😊

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Glad it was helpful!

[@debhalld9794]

🖌Using tracing paper to test embellishment ideas is a fantastic tool! Thanks for sharing it!

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

You are so welcome! I so often struggle to choose the position, this suddenly seemed like a good idea today! Thanks for your comment and your support!

[@lindamorrissey1446]

this video has made watercolor painting look so easy. I have the 140 lb paper and ordered some tubes of watercolor paint, but I don't know what kind of brushes to get. I am a little intimidated i have to say and don't want to invest a lot until i see that I am going to have fun and enjoy it. but, here goes !!!

[@AnnS-ix9sz]

I can see why this has over 500,or views. Such a quick fun way to get the most out of wet on wet. Bonus- there’s no wrong way to make these birds. Exactly what I needed today. Thank you.

[@marysheffield190]

I love your birds! I used to paint, but I’ve always wanted to try watercolors. The whole process can be meditative and relaxing. Thnx for the lesson.

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thank you so much Mary! 😀

[@eloinaguerini1394]

Que lindo!! Você é incrível!! Parabens pelo seu trabalho!!

[@rejeanaroland8334]

I’ve only just found you this evening. I love working with watercolor but haven’t done it in such a long time. These little birds are a great inspiration for me to get out my watercolors and get reacquainted with it. I’m so happy that I found you and will be watching many more of your videos.

[@francesfree]

I've never seen anything quite so wonderful. And it even makes me feel that maybe i could attempt this... thank you.

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

You can definitely do it!

[@francesfree]

@@DianeAntoneStudio OK, I shall go and buy whatever it is that I need!

[@gingerg3922]

My heart my heart is being so fast because I've never picked up a brush in my life and I feel like I've come home I'm just beginning this art Journey but I was never introduced to anything like this thank you so much for sharing your talent and this is day one for me so wish me luck

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Welcome to the channel Ginger and I’m so glad you are starting on this wonderful art journey. I know you are going to love it! Happy painting!

[@TerriShaver1]

Absolutely adorable! So generous in sharing your skills!

[@alisoneccleston8673]

I love the way you talk throughout your thought process.

[@jeanunderhill3868]

I tried these today. My first go at water colours. Had so much fun. Thank you for a great tutorial.

[@between_our_footprints]

Awesome birds! Thank you very much for explaining the painting process.

[@dc3399]

That is so cute! I have been doing watercolor and acrylic painting for my art class, and I’m not very happy with the results. I wanted to do something for fun, for a change. This looks like fun! Thanks!

[@00001fluffy]

OMG! You’re a marvel. First time I’ve managed to paint something that looks like something that I also love. It was never fun like this at school! I’m 51. Thankyou!!❤❤

[@joanqueripel8302]

So loved your tutorial. I’m just beginning and can really see that the paper is key for wet on wet. Will practice and get a feel for water colours after many years of using other mediums. Never to old to learn a new technique. Thank you so much

[@elizabethsykes4243]

Thank you so much for sharing your talent and making it look do-able!

[@mariposa5322]

Thank you! I love watching and can't wait to try out your techniques -- watercolor is my favorite medium.

[@akshayjain7175]

I am not an artist but I tried it. And i must say your methods makes water colours so easy to do....even i could create fairly decent birds. Thank you 🙏

[@sandraneale128]

Just love these. I think I have found what I want to paint and play with! It has taken me ages to find out what and how to paint! Bless you❤️🦋

[@darlenenichols4117]

These little birds are so easy and so adorable that I'm now obsessed. I've painted them in various color schemes four times now since I discovered this video a few days ago . Thank you so much for this video!

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Glad you like them! Thanks so much for your support Darlene, really appreciate it!

[@susanhess8632]

My grandkids loves these whimsical birds!

[@aysesomer8758]

I enjoyed your workshop tremendously I am 85 and have just started water colour paintting I learned a lot from you I will paint the birds myself THANKS A LOT 😅❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤Q

[@dc3399]

That was so delightful! So cute! I’ve been doing watercolor and acrylic painting for my class,, and I’m not very happy with the results. I needed to find something fun, and happened to see your video. I love all the embellishments you did, with the eyes, beaks, and claws. Thanks for sharing!

[@susanschmalle8895]

Love the little birds.

[@CricutFun]

I love these birds ❤ Thanks for the inspiration!

[@paunoonoo-art]

These birds are so adorable. I can't wait to try this out. Your videos are so inspiring to me. Sometimes when I'm too lazy to paint myself, I just watch your videos and soon I get inspired to paint again.Thank you for these quality content videos.

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thanks so much 😊 So glad that you are enjoying the paintings!

[@janelloyd7601]

Thanks Diane. I will keep watching x Keep on keeping on 🎉

[@nishafoerstner1473]

So much fun! Thank you for sharing your techniques and the eye trick! - Brilliant!

[@AzazelsWings]

I literally chuckled the entire video through, absolutely delighted with how cute these guys are. Thank you so much!

[@helencassele1672]

Adorable birds! Thanks for sharing. I haven't tried watercolors yet but this makes me want to try. Love the tracing paper tip!

[@toniscott1029]

I just love these cute little birdies!

[@cherylhoffman2677]

How adorable - can't wait to try it!

[@CarolynnMc01]

These are darling! I can't wait to try this fun painting project. Thank you for sharing.

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

You are so welcome!

[@DebbieWalkerArtmadeeasy]

Adorable! I LOVE doodling and using metallics~

[@eagercrafter_9014]

I think this is one of the cutest, seemingly easiest paintings yet, but I'm sure I will mess it up. Thank you for the wonderful instructions.

[@CornerSoapShop]

Thank you Diane. Just learning different techniques and plan on doing these next Easter for family on some watercolor postcards! WIll check out your library later. Thanks so much!!!

[@notme3252]

I’m back at 2 a.m. with my insomnia, but I do love it when you post something easy :) I used practice paper knowing it wouldn’t be super, but it really was cute. I absolutely loved the eye placement tips with tracing paper! I’ll be using that trick in the future. Thank you for your time 🙏🏻

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thanks so much for your lovely comments, and I'm sorry about your insomnia. Such a pain. Glad to be able to be of some relief! Happy painting!

[@hildureinarsdottir9281]

@@DianeAntoneStudio love your birds

[@paulalotte1146]

I just loved that exercise on wet in wet. What adorable whimsical birdies!! 😍 Thanks, as always, Diane!

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

You are so welcome! So glad you enjoyed it, they were fun to paint!

[@user-to9gi9kw8u]

Thank you Diane. I love your reassuring style of teaching. Beautiful images and very generous teacher. Bless.

[@otafuku358]

とても素敵です🥰 可愛く優しい感じで癒されます🐤✨

[@dorothyhagler5759]

Thanks for this great tutorial! Love the way you used the tracing paper for placement of the eye.

[@joycohen938]

I’ve got some very chubby blue wrens visiting my garden. They remind me of your first blue bird. They’re adorable!

[@suzannegreenwood5155]

I have retired recently and have found your channel. I just love it! I love starting with the colorful animals and they look darling when finished. I will continue watching and thank you so much for your easy instructions! I will continue experimenting!

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Welcome to the channel Suzanne! So glad you found us! And thanks so much for your lovely comments and I wish you much enjoyment with our Videos!

[@MargaretWelwood]

I did this with my granddaughter yesterday. What fun! And the results were pretty. Thank you for these free tutorials.

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

You are so welcome! So glad you’re painting with your little ones!

[@karenk490]

Thanks, Diane. They are darling!

[@vandanabhatt5447]

🙏I am from India. very very beautiful. The way you gave a brilliant idea. Definitely i will try. I will make for my grand daughter. Thank you very much.

[@vandanabhatt5447]

Thank you very much

[@recreepy]

Your paintings and artwork empathize, it is a story to share.

[@maryellenrichards391]

Love these birds!

[@coffeesquirrel1]

The tracing paper was genius - I love this thank you!!!

[@YihaYaho]

Wow, Its so relaxing watching your instructions and hear your instructions and see the picture grow to a amazing painting. Just Lovely!

[@gwenritch]

Brilliant with the wax paper for the eye placement!

[@ghughutikandwal242]

Tracing paper eye trick is astonishing.

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

LOL! Apparently so - this video made the channel, which is slightly surprising! LOL!

[@marisafaith]

What a wonderfully fun painting! I never would have thought that I could attempt this as a beginner, but I love how you demonstrated fearless creativity. I can hardly wait to try this!

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thank you so much Marisa, you will love doing these little birds and they offer so many possibilities for embellishing and variation! Greatly appreciate your donation, that's too kind xxx

[@marisafaith]

@@DianeAntoneStudio Awww...my pleasure! 🤗

[@haifashawwa]

Each tip makes a wonderful enhancement to the final painting. They are so beautiful. Thank you

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

You are so welcome!

[@judyhodnett8633]

It's time to try this fun project. Raining outside and very overcast. This painting will brighten my day. Thanks for sharing your techniques.

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Have fun! Hope you enjoy the birdies!

[@sherrysilvestrini7799]

Love these cuties! A great way to learn to paint a bird! I’ve been nervous so haven’t tried yet. This tutorial is perfect for me. Thank you so much. I just started painting in January and am having so much fun ! Love the tracing paper ideas.

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Welcome and thanks so much 😊 so glad you are enjoying learning to paint in watercolor! Lots of videos already for you to watch and more coming each week!

[@samapainting9079]

I happy watch my channel and make comment about my painting and subscribe thank you

[@amrobinson3457]

Lovely thank you--perfect for greeting cards for family!

[@ChrisC-ws5od]

They’re adorable! I started using tracing paper after watching your dragonfly videos. It’s wonderful for testing placements or transferring drawings. Love your channel! Thank you!

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thank you so much Chris, glad you enjoyed them! and found the tracing paper tip handy! 😀

[@karehhartig7287]

These little guys are just sooooo adorable 😍 💕 🐤🐦🐥

[@ZsuzsaKarolySmith]

What a great idea using a transparent sheet to place the eyes in the perfect spot!

[@maryharris2336]

Great fun...thank you so much for sharing!! 💗

[@cindyholkup1156]

So cool! Especially love how to figure out where to put the eye! Thank You!

[@janetclarke1978]

I love the relaxed way you teach. So soft and your ideas are lovely! Thank you for sharing. I'm longing to paint some myself. So simple and cute! 💕

[@janetclarke1978]

Thanks ♥️

[@Lint_Julep]

What a helpful tutorial! Using tissue paper to adjust the eye position is brilliant : ) Thank you for posting this!

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

You are so welcome!

[@kellypassalaqua3427]

I love your birds Diane! Thanks!

[@bridgetsmith2565]

So cute! The colors look so soft.

[@Curlygaga]

Now this got me excited. I am going to give it a try on fabric and do some freemotion. Not sure it will work, that is part of the fun.I was thrilled to see the tracing paper idea. Thank you so much for the great inspiration. Love your little birdies..

[@shirleybalinski4535]

Tracing paper/ eye trick is genius!!

[@pagan22]

I just picked up watercolor as a hobby, so thank you very much for this. I was able to follow along easily and will be able to continue practicing.

[@melindaavila498]

Thank you, so adorable!

[@JC-il4or]

Tracing paper. Not just for birdie eyes!!! Love your technique vid. Thank you so much!

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

You are so welcome! Glad that the tip will be helpful for you - happy birding!

[@annfriedman7868]

I had so much fun painting these adorable birds. I enjoy your lessons and helpful hints..especially about the placement and size of eyes.

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Hi Anne, thanks for your message and I’m glad that you enjoyed the tutorial and that it was helpful!

[@JeanMarie5]

Again! Adorable little birds! I can't wait to paint them! Thank you! ♥️

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

And they can’t wait to come alive! Have fun!

[@lindadavis-ys1cf]

Absolutely precious! Excited to try this myself. 😊

[@freddieivory625]

Love it!! Thank you for sharing

[@deborahsimonson5844]

Thank you , really helpful and thank you for calm music and voice without rambling on .

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

You're very welcome!

[@kathleenblando1555]

Thank you for sharing these darling little guys I’m enjoying this tutorial whilst having my morning coffee. I like your tip with the tracing paper

[@lynntaylor9964]

Thank you so much, I’ve wanted to watercolor for so long; and tried so many times. Following you is so relaxing and I feel so happy when I follow your instructions.👍🏼💖

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

My pleasure 😊 so glad you've discovered us - welcome!

[@vee35233]

I always enjoy your lovely demos, but your birdies are always a winner! Thank you for these lovelies, Diane xxxxx

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thanks so much 😊

[@maryfitzgerald9408]

I have only just discovered your channel and I am blown away with how easy you seem to make it all look. That shows you are a true professional. I love the little birds and especially how you showed where to place the eyes. Very impressed.

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Welcome to the channel! So glad you enjoy the videos and thanks so much for your wonderful comments, very grateful x

[@lorihanby6733]

Love the tip of using the tracing paper!! Such darling birds 😊💞

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@MishaMishaSoprano]

Thank you for making this seem less intimidating. I just adore the little birdies I made. ❤️

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thank you! 😊

[@patriciahorelick6450]

Happy happy bluebird!!

[@CatherineSummerfield]

Thank you !! Soooo adorable !

[@nancywhite2014]

They are all adorable 🥰. Love the tissue paper trick for eye placement.

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thanks so much!

[@annetteb.9031]

Wonderful. I just bought some paints and paper and I enjoyed seeing how using the wet just for the circles of the birds let the colors do its thing. I thought the whole pic would need to be wet on wet. The tracing paper is a great idea. I look forward to watching more of your videos.

[@greshnadibble3754]

Thank you Diane, for another enjoyable tutorial. Love the little birds ❤️

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

You are so welcome, so glad that you enjoy the channel!

[@artfulnotion]

Super cute birdies!

[@bevc8306]

What a wonderful tutorial. Yes, I have certainly enjoyed watching it. Especially the eyes.❤❤❤❤

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thanks so much 😊

[@MariaHelena-gg7yl]

Que perfeito. Lindos pássaros. Obrigada. Parabéns. 🤗😘😍

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Muito obrigado por suas amáveis ​​palavras.

[@nancycrutchfield117]

Love your birds whimsical adorable thank you for the lesson want to learn how! TFS

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thanks so much 😊

[@maryyahnke6339]

Wonderful video that left me inspired to try this method. It was short enough but chock full of information. Just lovely!

[@alexandravantieldegraaff454]

what a briljant tip about the eyes! thank you so much!

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

You're so welcome!

[@nicolafraser8348]

Thank you!! I've been painting for 8 days, and LOVE these little birds. I found your tips helpful, thank you, especially the suggestion to use tracing paper to work out the eye placement!

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Great job!

[@nicolafraser8348]

@@DianeAntoneStudio Thank you :)

[@deelac1]

The tissue use is the best idea. Thank you

[@carylekippen3498]

You’ve given me a new lease on my painting life . You are such a star ⭐️ Thank you ❤️

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Wonderful! Thanks so much for sharing your thoughts Caryle, and welcome to the channel! I'm so pleased that you are painting and enjoying it!

[@ktrmeadow]

Absolutely adorable. Fantastic and supportive instructions.

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thank you! 😊

[@sheryl5252]

enjoyed your video! clear instructions with some unique helpful hints. thank you!

[@TangibleTania]

They eye placement using the tracing paper was a game changer for me!!! Thank you! I also appreciate you showing the different types of paper and the wet on wet differences. Wonderful tips. 💜💜💜💜 I am glad to say I have subscribed and I look forward to checking out more your videos.

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Welcome and thanks! Wishing you joy this Christmastide!