How To Paint Butterflies

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In this course, you’re going to learn the basic techniques for drawing and painting butterflies in a realistic way. I will share my step by step process from pencil sketch to color.

We will take a look at:

• butterfly anatomy and what makes these wonderful creatures special
• how to sketch a butterfly and speed drawing tricks
• how to add color to your sketches (watercolor and colored pencil)
• how to get details and markings right
• a variety of painting tutorials for different species featuring monarch, swallowtail, hairstreak, mourning cloak, and caterpillars.
  

This course is great for anyone who wants to learn to draw and paint these joyful creatures that can be observed in nature, and who wants to connect with nature through studying and drawing butterflies. It is suitable for beginners and intermediate students, and with the step by step process I show and a bit of practice, you’ll be sketching butterflies in no time. You will need basic drawing skills for the class, and a way to add color to your sketches.

I hope you’ll be inspired to explore drawing and painting butterflies by the end of this course.