b Class Description

In this real-time pencil drawing class, you’ll learn how to capture the delicate beauty of a kingfisher perched on a branch, complete with soft feathers and a glowing backlight. From bold shapes to intricate textures, this lesson focuses on balancing realism and atmosphere—all with just pencil and paper.

Perfect for wildlife enthusiasts, bird lovers, and pencil artists ready to sharpen their feather rendering techniques.

🎨 During the Class You Will Learn:

🌟 How to draw a bokeh background effect – Create a dreamy, out-of-focus backdrop that adds depth and softness.
🪶 How to draw fine feathers – Capture the light, texture, and layering of soft plumage.
🧩 How to suggest a multitude of overlapping feathers – Learn subtle shading techniques to imply detail without drawing every feather.
💡 How to draw backlit subjects – Use contrast and edge highlights to make your bird glow.
🌿 How to draw branches – Add realism with texture, light, and form in your supporting elements.
And much more… – Including tonal control, focal point handling, and composition balance.

🧰 Tools for Success:

🎥 Real-Time Step-by-Step Video: Every stage is shown and explained so you can follow along at your own pace.
📲 On-Demand Access: Pause, rewind, and revisit as often as you need to master each section.
📄 Downloadable Reference Materials: Includes a high-resolution photo reference and sketching guide.

🎯 This class is ideal for beginner to intermediate artists looking to improve their wildlife drawing and feather rendering in pencil.

Bring the kingfisher to life with just graphite—join the class and start drawing now!

You Will Need

  • a sheet of photocopy paper (A4 or Letter)
  • Set of pencil (2H, H , HB, B, 2B, 4B, 6B, 9B)
  • Pen shaped eraser (like a Tombow Mono)
  • Kneaded Eraser
  • Soft cloth / Old t-shirt
  • 0.8mm Gelly Roll Pen
  • Small Bristle Brush
  • Please make yourself a blending stump with a fine point (Use these instructions:
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rREaublyi9Y)