How to draw a Robin in pastels | Realistic bird drawing

In this tutorial I'll show how to draw a Robin in pastels. The layering process and tips shared in this video can be applied to any other bird drawing. By focusing on the layers and contrast we can add more depth and realism to the portrait. Drawing realistic feathers like this is easier to achieve with a good base foundation. This is something that I always pay very close attention to as I feel it helps to achieve a more realistic portrait. The real time tutorial of this Robin is a perfect lesson for any artist new to pastels =). 00:00 Background 01:55 Base layer 02:36 No muddy layers 03:27 Glazes 04:33 Drawing feathers 08:30 Correct order 09:43 Pencils & paper - - - Pastel, Acrylic, Graphite & Tutorials: Patreon: www.patreon.com/zaratomsart Would you like to see what tutorials I have on Patreon? If so, the link to the library is below :) https://petportraitsandwildlifeart.co... - - - Links: Top tips for drawing fur in pastels:    • HOW TO DRAW FUR IN PASTELS | 6 TOP TIPS FO...   - - - Social media: Facebook page: www.facebook.com/Zara.Toms.Artist Instagram: zaratomsart Website & blog: www.petportraitsandwildlifeart.co.uk - - - Materials used: 8" x 8" Dark grey Pastelmat paper A mixture of Carbothello, Pitt, Derwent & Caran d'ache pastel pencils Reference photo: Unsplash