My Process as I Paint a Kingfisher's Portrait | Wildlife Art | Robert E Fuller

I like to paint realistic, detailed pictures and one of my favourite birds to paint is the colourful kingfisher. Watch my process as I use acrylic paints to build up the detail on this kingfisher, stage by stage.
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ABOUT THIS FILM
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Kingfisher painting process
I start by blocking in the colour on the background colours. I do this process as quickly as possible while the paint is still wet and map out where the branches are going to go.
Easel
Then I’m ready to start on the easel. I draw the outline of the kingfisher and it’s perch in coloured pencil before blocking in the main colours on the bird, working with the darker tones first.
Building up layers
I build up layers of paint creating texture along the branch before I then move to a smaller brush to work on some of the finer details of the flowering pussy willow.
Adding detail
And I start work on the detail of the feathers, painting the darker feathers first and moving to light.
It’s important to really understand the anatomy of these birds, and I love the challenge of accurately capturing how the feathers interlace with one another.
Final touches
Before I finally finish, I inspect each section of the painting and add any final highlights to bring it to life.
Then, finally after weeks of work it’s done… and I’m happy.
ABOUT ME
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I am a British wildlife artist and filmmaker on a mission to share my love for wildlife with the world. As well as creating detailed animal film and art portraits, I promote wildlife tours around the world and do all I can to help conserve and protect wildlife here at my home in Yorkshire. I hope that by putting nature in the frame I can foster a deep love for wildlife amongst my followers.
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[@IceLynne]

This brought some happiness to my day, it's beautiful ❤ Thank you for sharing.

[@samchayezhibaba6185]

You're just amazing. ❤ Thank you for sharing your art with us. I love seeing the process!

[@m53goldsmith]

I have always loved your artwork, but I am really in awe of how it is accomplished. Both your photography and your painting are superb!

[@sabersworn]

When I saw the thumbnail, I legitimately thought to myself "Why is he petting a kingfisher with a paintbrush". Then, I realized that it was not a real kingfisher. You're too good of an artist.

[@thatrand0mnpc]

Same, why is he poking the bird I thought

[@RobertEFuller]

😂😂

[@mrscpc1918]

This is the first time I knew you painted…it’s spectacular. Well done.

[@AC-ni4gt]

Your work reminds me of why I love nature in its untouched state.

[@bohemiangardensandgourdfar8812]

Such a precise and steady hand... what a gift... and a marvel to watch.

[@mattandrews8528]

Absolutely fantastic. I could care less about “modern art” this kind of work is where the real talent lies. And being inspired by your wonderful high res capture of Nature’s beautiful Kingfisher like that is very down to Earth. Everything about this painting I love. 10/10

[@sylphofthewildwoods5518]

Exactly. "Modern art" is cringey. Imo. I loathe it. Resembles kindergarten work.

[@eleanorhunt273]

It continues to become a welcomed privilege. As you Mr Fuller. Encapsulate your duel roles. The painter. And a custodian, of wildlife. Well done sir!

[@alexr4151]

I think it would be amazing to see the world through your eyes for 24 hours. My mind just doesn't see things the way you do and I admire your gift so much.

[@Bevie8770]

Mr. Fuller, every time I see your drawing, I am simply AMAZED at your talent! You are an AMAZING person, sir!

[@tanyasue6440]

Beautiful. I love the detail of the feathers and the branches.

[@lyngruen8607]

SUCH A GIFT!! ❤

[@keysonthego3663]

Wow, beautiful! Inspiring thank you sir.

[@anniegarcia828]

That is beautiful.

[@kathleendolan8876]

Lovely work Robert.

[@Master_Petes_Theater]

Thank you for sharing your abundant talents with us! ❤️❤️👏🏆

[@davidboege5848]

So beautiful - So gifted & talented - Your passion & Love show is spades!

[@Lolalee87]

Beautiful ❤

[@cathymcglasson6947]

Great wildlife artist so professionally done.

[@hawanjak]

Bravo Roberte, jsi skvělý člověk a navíc krásně maluješ. Děkuji ti tvůj obraz zahřál u srdce stejně jako tvá práce se zvířaty.

[@user-js7wh4ub9i]

Он англичанин))

[@user-ng4iu2oy3c]

I couldn't blink while watching your painting😮

[@benliftin4awhile]

Exceptional people are usually exceptional at multiple things, this guy is a worker of god, a servant of wildlife. A wonderful person. Great to see.

[@honesty3440]

You are SO TALENTED! And your love of nature! 😍❤️

[@gaylepowers3981]

I love seeing the animal come to life under your brush and paint. Beautiful work. Thank you and God bless. 🤟

[@voiciray]

Thank you for bringing the beauty of Mother Earth and her children to us in so many ways. Be blessed. Best wishes from Canada. 🇨🇦

[@valentinalubiana8683]

Thanks Robert for showing how you paint...another masterpiece 🤗🪶

[@RikaJP]

That's a wonderful piece of work. I love this bird, but every time I try to take a photo of it, it immediately flies off at high speed. With this wonderful work, we can spend all day with this bird.💓🐦🎨

[@AE-se9bl]

I love to watch this, your paintings are fantastic! You are so very very skilled , in this and everything you do ! Thanks for always sharing !

[@eleanorhunt273]

I continue to marvel at your encapsulating roles Mr Fuller. You the painter. And a custodian, of nature’s hypnotic photographic allure. Well done Sir!

[@faithcastillo9597]

This was such a delight to watch, that I had to share this joy with others Thank-you for bring us into your world.

[@user-jj2rl6pd7w]

C'est magnifique, délicat, il paraît si vrai. Le geste est aérien comme un chef d'orchestre devant sa partition. J'aime beaucoup. 😊🌠

[@CherryBlossomWCUE]

Words can really not express how absolutely beautiful this is‼️❤️

[@linda6987]

Thank you Robert! Love this! OCD like me. I love detail! ♥️

[@soniaribeirokloth1914]

Hi, Robert! Your art work is superb!! Magnificent painting and a big blessing talent!!! 🙌🤩😍🙏🤗😃

[@suzannehall5143]

Beautiful!

[@Midnight.Folktales]

I get inspired by your work to save the 🦉 owl . Thank you very much!

[@everythingisalie5320]

A lovely tutorial thankyou. Love your painting love your style

[@reb3610]

WOW!!!! How wonderfully beautiful!!!!

[@kimberlyfranciscus1527]

Absolutely beautiful...wow!!!!looks real and your talent is amazing. Ty

[@pamelajunck146]

I really enjoyed seeing you paint! So interesting to watch how you build the painting from beginning to end. Thank you- and it’s beautiful 💫

[@cynthialbell9023]

Hello Mr. FULLER Such a beautiful painting of a Kingfisher . The painting process was so awesome to watch. Such incredible detail of the feathers. I love all of your pictures, and paintings of the animals in Nature. Cindy Florida USA

[@kerrykestrowl6785]

I love watching you draw Ref thank you for sharing ❤

[@RobertEFuller]

Thanks we will share some more paintings

[@deblee275]

Stunning! You are very gifted!😄

[@Monnie6677]

I wish I could paint like you, Robert. I love your work, especially as you really bring them to life. Amazing ❤

[@evashelton3162]

Your talent to show the beauty of God's world in an understandable way to the public is admirable. So much patience and attention to the detail makes this pating come alive infront of our eyes. So important in times where AI produces in seconds lifeless images blocking our minds. Your mezmerizing voice and editing skills are captering the audience in your movies just the same way. Thank you for opening our eyes to God's creations.

[@chrisvorgert229]

Beautiful. You are blessed with a wonderful talent

[@candaceburlingame4060]

You are a Master!! Easily one of the best wildlife painters I've ever seen, if not The best. There have been times where I think I am looking at a photo, only to discover it is a fabulous painting. My mother and I always loved kingfishers and your work more than honors them. I admire and respect you as a conservationist and artist. Thank you for bringing such light and beauty to an often dark and cold world.😊😊😊😊❤❤❤❤❤

[@RobertEFuller]

Oh thanks glad you are enjoying my work 😃

[@pamelabiery2606]

Remarkable!!!❤❤❤

[@lisabolo26]

What a fine talent you are!

[@BearPapa49]

Just incredible how you’re able to see and understand varies animals . And the ability to paint true life like king fishers. I’m absolutely impressed. Thank you for sharing

[@karenhayes4743]

You do amazing work, Robert! Your paintings are beautiful.

[@RobertEFuller]

Thank you very much!

[@DonPandemoniac]

As an amateur painter I've spend a lot of time analyzing the works of Don Lawrence, Vicente Segrelles and Simon Bisley. Your work is just as stunning, and very inspirational!

[@marciaanderson9938]

Wonderful! How cool that you are branching out with these. Your videos are always very enjoyable. Even the sad tidings are presented with your full compassion. Your commentary is very informative and always a class act.

[@RobertEFuller]

😃 Hi 👋 I have been a wildlife artist for 30 years and the videos are something we have been working on more recently I will share more of my art work with you in the future

[@dotbotha5898]

I love Kingfishers and you are good

[@irmawesterback2930]

Amazing fastastic and wonderful painting skills you have and finished painting I have no words, absolutely beautiful 💚💙

[@josiephinegarton6584]

Absolutely stunning

[@Foxes_Forever]

The bird is drawn very true to nature. The brilliant colors are also immediately convincing. Robert, you have a beautiful talent. 😊🎨 Perhaps there will also be a portrait of a fox by you soon? Let us be surprised.

[@RobertEFuller]

A few fox paintings here: www.robertefuller.com/product-category/foxes/

[@GlitzyWitch]

Oh my goodness, you're so talented, i loved watching the process, thank you ❤

[@JoseFernandez-zt2ry]

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[@citibear57]

I was unaware of Mr. Fuller's incredible artistic talent on canvas, but why should that surprise me? He is an awesome observer of wildlife! Beautiful painting of the Kingfisher 👍

[@wowazaharow3930]

Супер спасибо большое 😄

[@cymbamcreynolds8838]

Absolutely beautiful!

[@samueljohnvedder6500]

The Skill is beyond next level ❤ unbelievably beautiful, very well done. Very nice to watch!

[@RobertEFuller]

Oh thanks ☺️

[@jeanjones7486]

Seriously! It came to life as I watched! Looking forward to your next great adventure!

[@RavenNl403]

Very talented and beautiful ❤️

[@mariethiers6915]

Thank you for a very interesting video. Really nice to see how you work. Your paintings are always stunning!! Admirable!! 💯🌟💯

[@CindyCollins307]

WOW Breathetaking ❤

[@barbaranakelski2277]

Really enjoyed watching your creative process. Absolutely beautiful result❤

[@dixsigns1717]

You are amazingly talented!

[@oriel9347]

At 'Pottermore' my patronus was a kingfisher.

[@asmrjudie]

Love this!

[@sukijay4990]

I do a lot of painting and often like to paint birds. I think your painting of the kingfisher is out of this world beautiful and I quickly clicked onto the video to see if I could pick up some painting tips. I did, but your combo of skill and talent is so way beyond what I could ever do that I am just left in awe. Even so, thank you so much for putting your video on KZbin. I absolutely love your work , it’s exquisite.

[@lynfl9814]

Breathtaking work; your artistry blows me away.

[@LucasGodoyIsSpiderman]

Absolutely astounding!

[@SuperKabookie]

So beautiful! Absolutely lovely!

[@bilalkurdish.berlin5237]

So cute

[@robini.1338]

Hello… I didn’t know that you are a painter!! Your bird looks absolutely real! It is impossible to tell that he is in a painting!! Beautiful!!🤗🥰🌺😄Robin

[@RobertEFuller]

I have been a wildlife artist for 30 years I will share more of my art work with you soon

[@kenhughes4715]

Wow, you brought it to life! Thank You.

[@elizabethyoung4900]

Stunning. Beautiful birds. What an amazing talent you have 😊

[@noreenclark2568]

Such talent , i wish i had it

[@LKBRICKS1993]

Wow amazing painting love it well done Robert.

[@normanjefferychester882]

Magnificent Robert, 🌞

[@pimpozza]

I am in total awe.. 💚👌

[@suhailasu4894]

Really beautiful..I love it ❤❤❤

[@Natureinmybackyard24]

Absolutely beautiful. You are an inspiration in so many ways.

[@celiajean7093]

Stunning!!!

[@aniasmykowska1248]

Beautifully....

[@jayjames7502]

Incredible! Such talent. Thank you

[@anitamackinnon7975]

Stunning!!❤️🇨🇦

[@MomsterGirl]

Absolutely beautiful work, great job!

[@itsmarycheeks]

Wow

[@vero060769]

bonjour magnifique

[@lavanyaperamkumar3939]

Beautiful painting...love it ❤

[@carolynlammiman4353]

Fabulous

[@lindsaypiscopo636]

Wow impressive

[@charleenounsworth489]

Wow! You're amazing! ❤️

[@carmmk6630]

🍃Gorgeous! ❤🍃I love to watch other Artists creative process its very intriguing. 🍃

[@johna6767]

This is so cool!

[@Danika_Nadzan]

I was just thinking yesterday that it would be so interesting to see your painting process, as we've seen behind the scenes of your wildlife habitats and films, so thank you for this video! I am completely in awe of your multiple talents, and how you use them to share your devotion to the world's wildlife! (I also wonder when you ever get to sleep...🤔)

[@RobertEFuller]

Thank you 🙏🙏

[@dss935]

Isso sim é uma pintura que vale milhões ❤

[@GrannyL]

Your work is gorgeous 😍

[@hannabolate5657]

Mind blowing work ❤